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Untitled

Utagawa Yoshiiku

1865

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Crowd Flag Tree

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1865 ink by Utagawa Yoshiiku, a Impressionism work, depicting Crowd, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Utagawa Yoshiiku
When & what style?: 1865 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a busy outdoor scene with people in bright, patterned clothes. A woman in a blue dress with red stripes stands out in the center, surrounded by men in dark hats and coats. Behind them, a hillside has colorful buildings with red roofs, and a yellow sign with black writing hangs above. Trees and a distant mountain add depth to the background. The artist used bold colors and simple shapes to show movement and energy. The mix of traditional clothing and the lively crowd suggests a festival or gathering. Look up Utagawa Yoshiiku next to see more of his work.