Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Katsukawa Shunshō in 9.

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 Shunshō , 9

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunshō. It dates from 9 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This nishiki-e woodblock print, executed in ink and color on paper, depicts a solitary figure dressed in traditional Japanese theatrical costume. The composition is framed by a simple wooden railing and a muted green floor, focusing attention on the central figure and his accessories.

Subject & Meaning

The man is shown barefoot, wearing a loose brown robe patterned with red‑and‑green florals and a bright red sash. He holds a fan in one hand while the other rests on a small bag slung over his shoulder, from which a white bird peeks, an enigmatic detail that invites speculation about its symbolic or narrative role.

Technique & Style

Created by Katsukawa Shunshō, the work employs the multicolored nishiki-e technique, allowing for vivid hues and fine line work characteristic of late‑eighteenth‑century ukiyo‑e prints. The careful carving of the woodblocks yields crisp outlines and subtle gradations of color across the fabric and background.

History & Provenance

The print is attributed to Katsukawa Shunshō, an influential artist of the Edo period, and is currently part of the collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Its acquisition history reflects the museum’s broader efforts to represent Japanese printmaking in its holdings.