Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunjō. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a late 18th-century Japanese woodblock print created by Katsukawa Shunjō around 1780, now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman dressed in a vibrant, patterned robe playing a flute, set against a backdrop featuring a bamboo plant and a tiled-roof building. Her attire and pose imply a possible role as a performer.
Technique & Style
Characterized by sharp lines and flat, bold colors (notably greens, pinks, and golds), the work exemplifies traditional techniques of Japanese woodblock printing from its era.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1780 by Katsukawa Shunjō, the print is currently housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
