Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Santō Kyōden. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a woodblock print created by Kitao Masanobu around 1783. The print is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two women in a serene garden setting. One woman stands, holding an infant and wearing a dark hat and patterned robe, while the other sits on a stool, holding a fan and a tray with a teapot. The scene is framed by bare trees and a fence.
Technique & Style
The image features subtle details, such as the floral pattern on the seated woman's robe and her visible shoes. The use of line and color creates a tranquil atmosphere, characteristic of woodblock printing techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Santō Kyōden (山東 京伝; Japanese pronunciation: , 13 September 1761 Edo – 27 October 1816) was a Japanese artist, writer, and the owner of a tobacco shop during the Edo period.
