Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Chôbunsai Eishi in 1790.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Chôbunsai Eishi , 1790

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Chôbunsai Eishi. It dates from 1790 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a two-sheet woodblock print from a triptych, created by Chōbunsai Eishi around 1790. The work is executed in ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a group of elegantly dressed women outdoors, engaged in various activities. They are shown against a simple background of buildings, trees, and a bridge, conveying a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Eishi employed flat colors and bold outlines to create a clear and lively scene. The women's robes feature intricate patterns, while their faces are rendered simply, giving the impression of sketches.

History & Provenance

Chōbunsai Eishi, born Hosoda Tokitomi into a samurai family, trained under Kano Eisen'in Michinobu before leaving his position as a vassal to the Shōgun to pursue a career in art. The print is now held in The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Artist & collection

Artist

Chôbunsai Eishi

Chōbunsai Eishi (鳥文斎栄之; 1756–1829) was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist. His last name was Hosoda (細田). His first name was Tokitomi (時富). His common name was Taminosuke (民之丞) and later Yasaburo (弥三郎). Pupil of Kano Eisen'in…