Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Unknown, ink, 1806
Untitled, by Unknown, ink, 1806

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This print is part of a surimono album, a type of Japanese woodblock print known for its poetic and often subtle content.

About this work

Overview

This print is part of a surimono album, a type of Japanese woodblock print known for its poetic and often subtle content. It features a serene scene with two women in traditional attire.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts two women by a bridge, one standing with a fan, the other seated amidst blooming cherry blossoms, suggesting a tranquil narrative. The surrounding text adds a lyrical element, typical of surimono.

Technique & Style

The artist employed bold colors and simple forms to convey the scene, utilizing techniques such as cross-hatching to create textured effects through layered lines.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known