Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Torii Kiyomitsu in 2.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Torii Kiyomitsu , 2

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Torii Kiyomitsu. It dates from 2 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This woodblock print, executed in ink and color on paper, is attributed to the Edo‑period artist Torii Kiyomitsu. The work is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and is presented without a formal title.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a woman dressed in a long, flowing robe adorned with a subtle floral motif. She stands beside a low bench, holding a fan, and her elaborate coiffure is accented with decorative hairpins. A small bird perches on the bench, while sparse foliage arches above, framing the scene with a quiet, domestic atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Kiyomitsu employs fine, soft lines and delicate gradations of color to suggest the texture of the garment and the folds of the fabric. The print’s surface shows a balance between swift execution and careful detailing, characteristic of the Torii school’s approach to everyday subjects.

History & Provenance

The piece dates from the mid‑18th century, a period when woodblock prints were widely circulated in urban Japan. It entered the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s holdings through acquisition in the early 20th century, joining a broader representation of Japanese ukiyo‑e works.