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Untitled

Torii Kiyotada

1715

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Baroque 18th Century Actor

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1715 ink by Torii Kiyotada, a Baroque work, depicting Actor, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Torii Kiyotada
When & what style?: 1715 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a dramatic figure in a twisted, dynamic pose. The person wears a bold red-and-black striped robe, armor, and a helmet with a tall crest. They hold a sword in one hand and a fan or scroll in the other, with their body bent at an awkward angle. The background is mostly empty, letting the sharp lines and colors pop. The artist used quick, jagged strokes to show movement, almost like the figure is mid-action. The mix of reds, blacks, and earthy tones makes it feel urgent and intense. If you like this style, check out the technique: cross-hatching used here.