Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Kitao Shigemasa in 1813.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Kitao Shigemasa , 1813

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Kitao Shigemasa. It dates from 1813 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Accession no.: JP2123
Credit line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print created by Kitao Shigemasa in 1813, held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts early spring, with bare branches adorned with small red buds and pale blossoms, accompanied by perched birds. Japanese poetry in the center adds a layer of meaning to the serene scene, capturing the quiet beauty of the season's onset.

Technique & Style

Delicate yet precise lines characterize the print, with tiny strokes building up leaves and flowers. The use of fine lines, potentially including cross-hatching techniques, creates depth and texture, while a small gold seal is placed at the top right corner.