Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Kitagawa Utamaro in 1793.

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 Utamaro , 1793

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Kitagawa Utamaro. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This untitled woodblock print on paper is a work by Kitagawa Utamaro, created around 1793. It is a representative example of the artist's output and is currently held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an intimate domestic scene: three women, one holding a baby, are gathered in a room. The women's hairstyles and kimonos, adorned with intricate designs, suggest a serene and elegant atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Executed in muted colors, with shades of brown, beige, and black, the print showcases Utamaro's skill in woodblock printing. The intricate designs on the kimonos and the simplicity of the baby's white outfit demonstrate the artist's attention to detail.