Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Ryūryūkyo Shinsai in 1792.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Ryūryūkyo Shinsai , 1792

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Ryūryūkyo Shinsai. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print, known as surimono, created by Ryūryūkyo Shinsai in 1792. It is a print on paper, using ink and color.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an intimate scene of three adults and a child in a simple room. The adults are engaged in quiet activities: one writes or paints, another holds a lantern, and the third grasps a flowering branch. Japanese poetry on the left side adds to the tranquil atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The surimono print is characterized by its bright colors and meticulous details, suggesting it was intended for a limited audience. The use of ink and color on paper is typical of this type of Japanese woodblock print.

History & Provenance

The print is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.