Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Ishikawa Toyonobu in 1758.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Ishikawa Toyonobu , 1758

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Ishikawa Toyonobu. It dates from 1758 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1758, this woodblock print by Ishikawa Toyonobu exemplifies mid‑Edo period commercial publishing. Executed with ink and color on paper, the work is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection. Its composition centers on a solitary female figure rendered in vivid hues, set against an unadorned background that emphasizes her presence.

Subject & Meaning

The figure is portrayed in profile, attired in bright, patterned robes featuring geometric motifs and stylized flowers. She holds a handheld fan and wears her hair in an elevated style secured with a comb, suggesting a formal or celebratory occasion. The simplicity of the backdrop directs attention to her attire and gestures, hinting at themes of elegance and social display.

Technique & Style

Toyonobu employed traditional ukiyo‑e woodblock methods, carving separate blocks for each color before printing them in succession. The bold outlines and flat areas of pigment create a graphic clarity typical of the period, while the intricate patterning on the garments demonstrates the printer’s skill in rendering detailed designs within the constraints of the medium.

History & Provenance

The print has remained in the public domain since its production, eventually entering the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Its attribution to Toyonobu, a prolific Edo‑era publisher and artist, is supported by stylistic analysis and archival records linking the work to his workshop’s output in the late 1750s.