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Untitled

Utagawa Kunisada II

1858

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Night Street

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1858 ink by Utagawa Kunisada II, a Impressionism work, depicting Night, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Utagawa Kunisada II
When & what style?: 1858 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This image depicts a serene nighttime scene of a long, narrow street lined with buildings. The street is empty, except for a few objects and a person standing in the distance. The buildings feature a row of windows along the top floor, while the ground floor appears to be a series of shops or stalls with open fronts. In the foreground, a few objects are scattered about, including what appears to be a lantern or signpost. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation, with the soft lighting and empty street creating a sense of stillness. The artist's use of muted colors and gentle lines adds to the peaceful ambiance of the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Utagawa Kunisada II.