Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Suzuki Harunobu in 1748.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Untitled

Suzuki Harunobu , 1748

Untitled is an ink print by the Baroque artist Suzuki Harunobu. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print created in 1748 by Suzuki Harunobu, now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures in traditional Japanese attire on a raised porch. The left figure holds a sword and fan, while the right figure wears a patterned robe and grasps a scroll. A rooster sits on the steps, with scattered objects on the floor. Cherry blossoms adorn the background sliding doors.

Technique & Style

Harunobu employed bold outlines and flat colors to create a lively yet precise scene. The contrast between the rooster's vibrant feathers and the muted tones of the figures' clothing and surroundings adds visual interest.

History & Provenance

Created in 1748, the work is currently held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Context

The use of traditional clothing, architectural elements, and nature (cherry blossoms) situates the scene within 18th-century Japanese cultural and aesthetic norms.

Legacy

This work exemplifies Harunobu's contribution to the development of Japanese woodblock printing, particularly in capturing everyday and symbolic scenes with distinctive visual clarity.