Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Baroque artist Ishikawa Toyonobu. It dates from 1728 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled woodblock print, attributed to Ishikawa Toyonobu and dating to circa 1728, is a hand-colored ink and color on paper work housed in The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman in a vibrant yellow robe adorned with bold black-and-red circular motifs, her face partially shielded by a large, simply designed umbrella. Her neatly styled hair and understated necklace contrast with the robe's busy pattern, suggesting a focus on everyday elegance.
Technique & Style
Executed in the traditional woodblock print method, this work features hand-added colors, characteristic of batch-produced prints from this period. The interplay between the intricate robe design and the umbrella's simplicity showcases the artist's compositional balance.
History & Provenance
Created around 1728 by Ishikawa Toyonobu, the print is now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, with its previous ownership history not detailed here.
Context
Reflecting early 18th-century Japanese aesthetics, this print aligns with the period's appreciation for depicting daily life with nuanced attention to detail and color.
Legacy
As part of Ishikawa Toyonobu's oeuvre, this print contributes to the understanding of his artistic contributions to the woodblock print tradition, though its specific impact or notable exhibitions are not highlighted here.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ishikawa Toyonobu spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he carved and printed the everyday scenes of city life.
