Untitled
1863
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
About the artist
1863
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1863 ink by Ichiryūsai Yoshitoyo, a Impressionism work, depicting Elephant, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This diptych painting depicts a large elephant in the foreground, with a group of people surrounding it. The elephant is gray with a long trunk and tusks, and its mouth is open as if it is trumpeting. The people are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, with the man on the left wearing a black jacket and blue pants, while the woman on the right wears a blue dress. The two children in the background are also dressed in traditional attire. The painting features a mix of realistic and impressionistic elements, with bold lines and vibrant colors. The artist's use of cross-hatching techniques adds depth and texture to the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the movement of Realism.
