Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Utagawa Itchinsai, ink, 1850
Untitled, by Utagawa Itchinsai, ink, 1850

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Itchinsai. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print by Utagawa Itchinsai, created around 1850, as part of a surimono album. It is held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene still life: a blue table holds a bowl of small rocks with a leafy branch, alongside a dark teapot on a red stand with a draped cloth. The simple composition invites contemplation.

Technique & Style

Soft colors and clean lines emphasize quiet details, with the branch's leaves rendered with careful attention. This understated style creates a calm atmosphere.

Artist & collection