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Untitled, by Eishōsai Chōki, ink, 1742

Untitled

Eishōsai Chōki

1742

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1742 ink by Eishōsai Chōki, a Baroque work, depicting Human Figure, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Eishōsai Chōki
When & what style?
1742 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows four people walking together, carrying baskets and boxes. They are all dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, with red and black robes and head coverings. The people are walking in a line, with the person in the front holding a large basket on their back. The background of the painting is a light brown color, which gives it a warm and earthy feel. The painting is done in a style that is reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints, with bold lines and bright colors. The artist has used a range of techniques to create texture and depth in the painting, including cross-hatching and stippling. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of Eishōsai Chōki.

About the artist

Portrait of Eishōsai Chōki
Artist

Eishōsai Chōki

Eishōsai Chōki made delicate woodblock prints of women in the late 1700s Edo period.

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