Maki Ozan 牧櫻山

牧櫻山 Maki Ōzan (active 1890-1930)
Japanese painter active from the late Meiji period into the early Shōwa era, known for his work in Nanga (literati painting), landscapes, and bird‑and‑flower subjects. Although detailed biographical records are scarce, he is believed to have been born in Hita, Ōita Prefecture, and early works signed “Ōzan Minoru” suggest a long period of artistic development. Ōzan’s paintings are appreciated for their refined brushwork, soft color tones, and poetic atmosphere—qualities associated with the Japanese literati tradition. His works appeared in contemporary artist listings of the time, indicating that he enjoyed a certain level of recognition within the Nanga community. Today, his scrolls remain valued for their elegant composition and classical sensibility.