Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Ishikawa Toyonobu, ink, 1750
Untitled, by Ishikawa Toyonobu, ink, 1750

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Ishikawa Toyonobu. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a triptych woodblock print created by Ishikawa Toyonobu in 1750, comprising three panels of ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three serene women in flowing robes, each holding a distinct object, standing on delicate clouds against a plain background. Their calm poses and the dreamy clouds evoke a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft colors and precise lines to convey the texture and movement of the women's clothing, characterized by floral and swirling patterns. The subtle color palette and attention to detail create a sense of elegance.

Musashi, Omi, Yamashiro, and Settsu Provinces from the series Fashionable Six Jewel Rivers (Furyu Mu Tamagawa)
Musashi, Omi, Yamashiro, and Settsu Provinces from the series Fashionable Six Jewel Rivers (Furyu Mu Tamagawa), Kitagawa Utamaro

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ishikawa Toyonobu

Artist

Ishikawa Toyonobu

Ishikawa Toyonobu spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he carved and printed the everyday scenes of city life.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Ishikawa Toyonobu in 1750.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.