Artwork

Matsumoto Koshiro IV as a Townsman Standing Beside a Water Barrel

Matsumoto Koshiro IV as a Townsman Standing Beside a Water Barrel is a print by the Romanticist artist Torii Kiyomitsu. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print, created around 1770 by Torii Kiyomitsu, is titled Matsumoto Koshiro IV as a Townsman Standing Beside a Water Barrel and is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man, identified as Matsumoto Koshiro IV, dressed in a long, patterned robe with a sword, standing beside a wooden barrel in front of a building with Japanese signage. His calm demeanor and attire suggest a townsman rather than a warrior.

Technique & Style

The artist employed bold colors and simple shapes to convey the scene clearly. The man's outfit is predominantly red and brown, creating a visually striking image.