Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Katsukawa Shun'ei 勝川春英 in 1792.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Katsukawa Shun'ei 勝川春英 , 1792

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shun'ei 勝川春英. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a diptych woodblock print created by Katsukawa Shun'ei around 1792. The work is executed in ink and color on paper and is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The diptych depicts two figures in a simple landscape, likely characters from a shared narrative. They are distinguished by their attire: one wears a striped robe and carries a staff, while the other is dressed in a floral kimono and holds a fan.

Technique & Style

The print features bold outlines and flat colors, creating a lively yet serene atmosphere. The use of a shared background for the two figures was a common convention in woodblock printing, suggesting a narrative connection between them.