1829
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Toto Mitsumata no zu|Picture of Mitsumata is a 1829 ink by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, a Romanticism work, depicting Boat, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This serene woodblock print depicts a tranquil river scene, with a few boats gently floating on the water. In the foreground, a small fire burns near a boat, while a bridge stretches across the river in the background. The sky above is a soft blend of blue and white, dotted with a few birds flying overhead. The artist's use of muted colors and delicate lines creates a sense of calmness, drawing the viewer's eye to the peaceful scene unfolding before them. The subtle play of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world of the painting. For more works by this artist, explore the Romanticism movement, which influenced Utagawa Kuniyoshi's style and technique.
Kuniyoshi grew up in old Tokyo when the city was still called Edo. His dad ran a silk shop, but Kuniyoshi loved anything with pictures—scrolls, screens, comic books. He talked his way into the Utagawa school, a kind of…
See the richer artist page
