Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Utagawa Toyohiro in 1805.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Untitled

Utagawa Toyohiro , 1805

Untitled is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Toyohiro. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1805, this woodblock print is attributed to the Japanese artist Utagawa Toyohiro. Executed on a single sheet that appears to be part of a triptych, the work combines ink and color on paper. It is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a woman dressed in a long, flowing robe adorned with floral motifs and gold detailing. She holds a fan and stands beside a tall potted plant bearing white blossoms. A decorative screen forms the background, while a small boat laden with flowers drifts on a tranquil water surface.

Technique & Style

Toyohiro employs bold, saturated hues and simplified forms, creating a clear, balanced visual field. The woman's robe is rendered with sweeping lines that suggest movement, as if caught by a gentle breeze. The woodblock technique allows for flat areas of color and precise patterning in the textile and foliage.

History & Provenance

The print dates to the early nineteenth century, a period when ukiyo-e woodblock prints were widely produced for a burgeoning urban audience. It entered the Metropolitan Museum of Art's holdings through acquisition, though the precise path of ownership before that remains undocumented in the museum records.