Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Japonisme artist Katsushika Hokusai. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This monochrome woodblock print, created by Katsushika Hokusai around 1834, is a serene depiction of a tender moment between a woman and a baby.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a seated woman in traditional Japanese attire gently playing with a baby lying on its back in her lap, conveying a sense of warmth and intimacy.
Technique & Style
Executed in a simple yet elegant style, the print features clean lines and minimal shading, characteristic of Hokusai's woodblock technique.
History & Provenance
The print is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, a testament to its enduring significance.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katsushika Hokusai spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he drew and carved prints for a living.
