Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shun'ei 勝川春英. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a woodblock print created by Katsukawa Shun'ei around 1796. The work is held in The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in a patterned robe and tall hat, holding a dead bird and a folded umbrella. His serious expression conveys a sense of sadness or solemnity. The simple background features a fence, trees, and a pale sky.
Technique & Style
The print showcases the artist's attention to detail, evident in the carefully drawn lines of the umbrella's ribs. The robe's swirling designs appear hand-painted, adding texture to the scene. The use of ink and color on paper is characteristic of woodblock printing techniques.
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