Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Kitagawa Kikumaro in 1809.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Kitagawa Kikumaro , 1809

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Kitagawa Kikumaro. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print created by Kitagawa Kikumaro in 1809, held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two women in traditional Japanese attire, one holding a fan and the other lost in thought. Their simple yet expressive faces are defined by bold outlines and soft colors.

Technique & Style

The print showcases realistic textures, such as the woven lantern, achieved through detailed rendering. This attention to everyday objects is characteristic of Japanese prints, with techniques like cross-hatching used to create texture through lines.