Why did eighteenth-century artists in Kyoto begin to use Western methods of shading and perspective?

A. Commodore Perry opened Japanese ports allowing for greater access to Western art
B. to meet the demand of patrons interested in three-dimensional effects enhanced by optical devices
C. Kyoto's rejection of influences from Chinese art and culture
D. an influx of foreign artists to the imperial court


Answer: B

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