Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Isoda Koryūsai in 1768.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Isoda Koryūsai , 1768

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Isoda Koryūsai. It dates from 1768 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print created by Isoda Koryūsai around 1768. The print is executed in ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene scene of a woman in a kimono sitting on the floor, lost in thought as she gazes at a heron or crane perched on a windowsill while holding a smoking pipe. The simple, unadorned room and the woman's contemplative posture evoke a sense of quiet introspection.

Technique & Style

The image showcases Koryūsai's skill with woodblock printing, featuring intricate geometric patterns on the woman's kimono and a delicate rendering of the bird. The use of color and composition creates a harmonious, subdued atmosphere.