Untitled
1780
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1780
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a woman in a bright, patterned robe playing a flute. Her clothes have bold colors—greens, pinks, and golds—with swirling designs. Behind her, a bamboo plant and a building with a tiled roof are visible. The artist used sharp lines and flat colors, a style common in Japanese woodblock prints. The woman’s pose and outfit suggest she might be a performer. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists create depth with lines.
