Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Torii Kiyoshige, ink, 1738
Untitled, by Torii Kiyoshige, ink, 1738

Untitled is an ink print by the Baroque artist Torii Kiyoshige. It dates from 1738 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Torii Kiyoshige's Untitled is a woodblock print created in 1738, held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man in a kimono with two swords, wearing a hat and displaying a serious expression. Intricate designs adorn his kimono, drawing attention to the figure against a plain background.

Technique & Style

Bold lines and bright colors infuse the image with energy. The style is characteristic of Japanese art from the Edo period, marked by distinctive use of color and composition.

Context

This work is representative of the Edo period's artistic output, a time of flourishing urban culture in Japan.

Artist & collection