Artwork
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Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunkō. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
The background of the painting is a light color, with a darker color used for the window frame and the woman's clothing.
This painting depicts a woman in a kimono, standing in front of a window. She is wearing a hat and holding a fan in her right hand. The woman's kimono is decorated with flowers and other designs.
The background of the painting is a light color, with a darker color used for the window frame and the woman's clothing. The overall effect is one of serenity and elegance.
The painting is a beautiful example of Japanese art from the 18th century. To learn more about this style of art, look up the Romanticism movement.
Overview
This woodblock print on paper, created around 1775 by Katsukawa Shunkō, is an example of 18th-century Japanese art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene woman standing by a window, wearing a kimono and hat, and holding a fan. Her kimono is adorned with floral designs, contributing to the overall elegance of the scene.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a sense of serenity through the use of contrasting colors, with a light background and darker accents on the window frame and clothing.
History & Provenance
The print is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katsukawa Shunkō spent his life in Edo, where crowded theaters and teahouses buzzed around him.
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