Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Masafusa in 1760.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Masafusa , 1760

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Masafusa. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1760, this woodblock print by the Japanese artist Masafusa is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection. Executed with ink and color on paper, the work presents a solitary female figure rendered in a restrained composition that emphasizes her attire and accessories.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows a woman turned in profile, dressed in a long, striped robe with a pink skirt that billows outward. She holds a yellow fan in one hand, while a dark sleeve beneath her arm displays vivid floral motifs. The quiet pose and decorative details suggest a portrait‑like study of elegance and personal adornment.

Technique & Style

Masafusa employed traditional woodblock methods, carving separate blocks for line work and each color. The delicate ink outlines define the figure’s features, while flat washes of pigment give the robe its striped pattern and the fan its bright hue. The minimal background allows the carved forms and applied colors to dominate the visual field.

History & Provenance

The print dates to the mid‑eighteenth century, a period when ukiyo‑e artists produced images of fashionable urban life. It entered the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s holdings through acquisition, where it is catalogued as an example of Masafusa’s contribution to the genre of portrait prints.