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Untitled

Utagawa Hiroshige II

1859

ink

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Landscape evening human figure rain tree

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1859 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige II, a Impressionism work, depicting evening, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Utagawa Hiroshige II
When & what style?: 1859 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a dark blue sky and a few trees in the foreground. In the bottom-left corner, three people are walking under umbrellas, while another person is carrying baskets. The scene is set in a village, with a few buildings visible on the right side of the image. The painting features a range of colors, including blues, greens, and browns, which create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. The painting is a beautiful example of Japanese art, and fans of Utagawa Hiroshige II's work may want to explore more of his landscapes, such as his famous series of views of the Tokaido road.