Untitled
1726
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1726
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Untitled is a 1726 ink by Nishimura Shigenaga, a Baroque work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting shows a man in a flowing yellow robe with a black and white patterned design. He's holding a long sword in his right hand and a fan in his left. His hair is tied back, and he's wearing a red headband. The background is a light brown color. The man's robe has a floral pattern with white flowers and red centers. He's also wearing a black belt around his waist. The sword he's holding has a long, curved blade and a handle with a circular guard. This painting is a great example of the work of Nishimura Shigenaga, a Japanese artist known for his woodblock prints. To learn more about his style and technique, check out the Baroque movement.
