Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Baroque artist Hishikawa Moronobu 菱川師宣. It dates from 1678 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a woodblock print created by Hishikawa Moronobu around 1678. The print is executed in ink and color on paper and is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene of a man and woman seated on a tatami mat, surrounded by everyday objects such as a screen, table, and woven basket. Both figures hold fans and wear intricately patterned clothing that harmonizes with their surroundings.
Technique & Style
The composition is characterized by bold lines and simple shapes, which contribute to its tranquil atmosphere. The artist's use of pattern is notable, with the floral motifs on the figures' clothing echoing the design on the tatami mat.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hishikawa Moronobu made bold black-and-white prints of daily life in late-1600s Japan.
