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Untitled, by Yashima Gakutei, ink, 1825

Untitled

Yashima Gakutei

1825

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1825 ink by Yashima Gakutei, a Romanticism work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Yashima Gakutei
When & what style?
1825 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a man in a long, flowing robe with intricate designs and patterns. He's standing next to a small table with a black object on it. A large green dragon wraps around him, its head near his shoulder. The man's face is turned to the left, and he has a mustache and a bun on his head. The man's robe is a mix of orange, white, and blue, with a big circular design on his chest. The dragon has scales and a long tail that curves around the man. The background is a light brown color. The painting is detailed and colorful, with many patterns and designs. You might want to look up more about the Romanticism movement next.

About the artist

Portrait of Yashima Gakutei
Artist

Yashima Gakutei

Yashima Gakutei (Japanese: 八島岳亭; c. 1786 – 1868) was a Japanese artist and poet who was a pupil of both Totoya Hokkei and Hokusai. Gakutei is best known for his kyōka poetry and surimono works.

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