noun
Maruyama school of Japanese painting
Historical term for a school of Japanese painting active from the Edo period into the Meiji period, known for blending realistic Western techniques with traditional Japanese styles.
円山派は、円山応挙によって創始された。
The Maruyama school was founded by Maruyama Ōkyo.
この屏風は円山派の特徴をよく表している。
This folding screen clearly shows the characteristics of the Maruyama school.
Named after the Maruyama district in Kyoto where the school's founder, Maruyama Ōkyo, was active. The exact derivation of the place name is uncertain.