Untitled
1716
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1716
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows three people walking in heavy rain. One carries a bucket, another holds an umbrella, and the third bends under a bundle. Behind them, a wooden house sits under a bright orange tree with twisted branches. The sky is dark and full of swirling lines, while the ground looks muddy and uneven. The red ink on the tree and people’s clothes stands out against the mostly black-and-white scene. This kind of print uses color carefully to draw attention to certain parts. Look up *beni-e* next to see how artists used red ink in Japanese prints.
