Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Haruhiro, ink, 1774
Untitled, by Haruhiro, ink, 1774

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Haruhiro. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This untitled woodblock print, created by Haruhiro in 1774, is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. Executed in ink and color on paper, it depicts a dynamic scene of a rider on a white horse.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a figure in a green robe and black hat riding a swiftly moving white horse along a path. Nearby, a building with a patterned roof contains two diminutive figures, accompanied by a pine tree to the left. The scene's context and the rider's identity are not explicitly defined, leaving interpretation open.

Technique & Style

Haruhiro employed bold colors and sharp lines to convey a sense of movement. Notable details include the red and gold accents on the horse's saddle and bridle. The ground's depiction suggests a recently rain-soaked surface.

History & Provenance

Created in 1774, the print is now held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, though its history prior to acquisition is not detailed here.

Context

While specific contextual details about the print's creation are not provided, it reflects the artistic traditions of 18th-century Japanese woodblock printing, characterized by vivid coloration and compositional dynamism.

Legacy

The print's impact or influence on subsequent artistic movements is not specified in the available information.

Artist & collection

Artist

Haruhiro

Japanese, active ca. 1765–1784