Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Katsushika Hokusai in 1804.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Japonisme.

Artwork

Untitled

Katsushika Hokusai , 1804

Untitled is an ink print by the Japonisme artist Katsushika Hokusai. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a pentaptych woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, created around 1804. It is a multi-panel work comprising five sheets of paper printed with ink and color.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a lively indoor scene, with figures in colorful robes engaging in various activities across five connected panels. The composition includes open doors, stairs, and people holding objects such as fans, scrolls, and musical instruments, capturing a moment of everyday life.

Technique & Style

Hokusai employed fine lines to convey texture and shading, evident in details like fabric folds and wood grain. The use of soft colors, including pinks, greens, and blues, combined with black outlines, creates a sense of depth and visual harmony, while the arrangement of figures conveys a sense of orderly activity.