Untitled
1800
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1800
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a round-faced character with a red hat and a blue top, looking surprised. Above him, a bright butterfly with red, blue, and yellow wings floats. The background is plain, keeping focus on the two main shapes. The butterfly’s wings have swirling patterns that look almost like tiny storms. The artist used bold colors and simple lines to make both figures stand out. If you like this style, look up Ayaoka for more prints like this.
