Who painted Young Man Writing at a Table?

Young Man Writing at a Table was painted by Utagawa Toyohiro in 1800.

Where can I see Young Man Writing at a Table?

Young Man Writing at a Table is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Young Man Writing at a Table?

Young Man Writing at a Table is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Young Man Writing at a Table

Utagawa Toyohiro , 1800

Young Man Writing at a Table is a print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Toyohiro. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Utagawa Toyohiro's 'Young Man Writing at a Table' (c. 1800) is a print housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, depicting a serene domestic scene with three figures in a traditionally furnished Japanese room.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a moment of focused activity: a man in dark attire writes at a low table, observed by a woman in green, while another woman in pink stands near a window, fan in hand. The composition conveys a sense of calm, everyday life.

Technique & Style

Toyohiro employed bold black outlines and predominantly flat colors, with selective shading to suggest depth. Facial expressions are simplified yet effective in conveying the characters' roles within the scene.

History & Provenance

Created around 1800, the work is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Specific details about its creation context or previous ownership are not provided.

Context

This print reflects the ukiyo-e tradition, popular in Edo-period Japan, which often depicted scenes of daily life, nature, and sometimes, the lives of the emerging middle class.

Legacy

As part of Toyohiro's oeuvre, 'Young Man Writing at a Table' contributes to the broader legacy of ukiyo-e prints in influencing both Japanese and Western art movements, though its individual impact is not specifically highlighted.