Artwork

狂月坊|A Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night

狂月坊|A Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Kitagawa Utamaro. It dates from 1789 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

狂月坊|A Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night is a woodblock print created by Kitagawa Utamaro in 1789. It is a serene depiction of a nighttime gathering, held in The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tranquil scene of people relaxing in a house in the Yoshiwara district. The open wall allows a cool breeze to enter, and the surrounding environment includes a large tree and distant water-side buildings, evoking a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

Utamaro employed soft colors and precise lines to convey the peaceful atmosphere. The use of cross-hatching technique adds depth to the image, demonstrating the artist's skill in creating nuanced visual effects with lines.