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Untitled

Shibata Zeshin

1860

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Floral Flower

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1860 ink by Shibata Zeshin, a Impressionism work, depicting Flower, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Shibata Zeshin
When & what style?: 1860 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This image depicts a serene floral arrangement, with four large flowers in shades of purple, blue, and red, accompanied by a smaller green leafy stem. The flowers are placed on a black tray, which sits on a simple table with four legs. The background of the image is a warm, beige color. The flowers are rendered in a realistic style, with delicate lines and subtle color gradations. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of balance and harmony in the image. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful piece, you might want to explore the work of Shibata Zeshin.