Untitled
1806
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1806
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Untitled is a 1806 ink by Utamaro II, a Romanticism work, depicting river, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This woodblock print shows five women in traditional Japanese clothing standing on a veranda. The woman at the front is wearing a black kimono with white stripes and a red obi. She is holding a fan and looking down. Behind her, four other women are gathered, all wearing kimonos in various colors and patterns. They are all looking at something outside the frame. In the background, there is a river with ripples in the water, and hills with trees in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the print is one of serenity and elegance. The artist, Utamaro II, was known for his beautiful and intricate designs, and this print is a great example of his work.
