Untitled
1850
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1850
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1850 ink by Utagawa Kunisada, a Romanticism work, depicting landscape, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This print shows a winding river cutting through steep cliffs and hills. Trees cling to the rocky sides, and a small boat floats near the center. The sky is pale with soft clouds, and a distant mountain looms in the background. Colors are muted—blues, greens, and earthy browns—with bold black outlines. Notice how the artist uses quick, sketchy lines to show texture, especially on the cliffs and trees. This style makes the scene feel alive and dynamic. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build depth with lines.
