Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Isoda Koryūsai, ink, 1771
Untitled, by Isoda Koryūsai, ink, 1771

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Isoda Koryūsai. It dates from 1771 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 1771. The print is executed in ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two women in traditional robes seated by a window with red latticework. One woman kneels, holding a fan, while the other stands, adjusting her hair. The simple interior and glimpse of exterior greenery create a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Koryūsai employed fine lines to capture the folds of fabric and shadows, adding depth to the scene. This attention to detail was characteristic of his work and typical of Japanese woodblock prints from the period.

History & Provenance

The print is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Artist & collection