Etymology

Yamato-e

Today it means: A classical Japanese style of painting, characterized by many small figures, detailed depictions of buildings and other objects, an oblique view from above showing interiors, and partial depictions with the remaining area ignored or covered by a cloud. Full definition →

Japanese 大和絵
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  1. Japanese · borrowed from大和絵
  2. English todayYamato-e

From Japanese 大和絵.

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