Artwork

Woman Bucking Autumn Wind

Woman Bucking Autumn Wind, by Utagawa Kunisada, 1825
Woman Bucking Autumn Wind, by Utagawa Kunisada, 1825

Woman Bucking Autumn Wind is a print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Kunisada. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Woman Bucking Autumn Wind is a print by Utagawa Kunisada, dated to 1825, held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman in a dynamic pose, resisting strong autumn winds. Her attire, including a black wig, patterned robe, and flowing skirt, suggests a character from a narrative or theatrical performance.

Technique & Style

The composition is characterized by vivid colors, with black, red, and gold accents contrasting against a light background. The artist's use of bold lines and expressive details, such as the billowing fan and suspended leaves, conveys a sense of energy and movement.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.