Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by the Baroque artist Torii Kiyomasu I. It dates from 1712 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
This painting depicts a woman in a traditional Japanese kimono, adorned with an intricate floral pattern in shades of red and black.
This painting depicts a woman in a traditional Japanese kimono, adorned with an intricate floral pattern in shades of red and black. Her dark hair is styled in a neat bun, and she holds a scroll in her hands.
The woman's kimono is a striking feature of the painting, with its bold colors and delicate design. The scroll she holds adds an air of mystery to the scene.
The painting is a beautiful example of Japanese art from the early 18th century. To learn more about the artist's work, look up Torii Kiyomasu I.
Overview
This woodblock print, created around 1712 by Torii Kiyomasu I, is a representative work of early 18th-century Japanese art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman wearing a traditional kimono with a floral pattern, her dark hair styled in a neat bun, as she holds a scroll. The kimono's intricate design and the scroll contribute to the enigmatic atmosphere of the scene.
Technique & Style
Executed in ink and color on paper using the tan-e technique, the print showcases the artist's skill in woodblock printing. The bold colors and delicate patterns characteristic of the work are typical of the Torii school's style.
History & Provenance
The print is now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Torii Kiyomasu was the shop name of a printmaker in Edo—modern Tokyo—who spent his short career plastering the city with bold, eye-catching posters.
