Untitled
1794
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1794
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Untitled is a 1794 ink by Kinei, a Romanticism work, depicting actor, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This print shows two figures in a simple room. The person on the left stands, holding a red fan, dressed in a patterned robe with bold pink and black designs. The person on the right sits on a low stool, wearing a long, flowing robe with floral patterns and a tall black headdress. Their bare feet rest on the floor, and one hand holds a fan too. Notice how the artist uses flat colors and clean lines to create a calm scene. The figures look like they’re in a quiet moment, maybe talking or resting. Want to learn more? Check out the technique: cross-hatching used in this print.
