Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Katsukawa Shunshō in 1780.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Katsukawa Shunshō , 1780

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunshō. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a diptych woodblock print created by Katsukawa Shunshō around 1780. It is a nishiki-e print, made with ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures standing against a plain wall, each holding a fan. The figures are dressed in distinct attire, with the left figure wearing a patterned robe and dark wig, and the right figure in a pink and white kimono with a black obi.

Technique & Style

The artist employed bold outlines and flat colors, characteristic of Japanese woodblock prints. Techniques such as cross-hatching were used to create shading, adding depth to the figures. The stylized faces and subtle floral patterns in the background contribute to the overall aesthetic.