Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Utagawa Yoshitora, ink, 1861
Untitled, by Utagawa Yoshitora, ink, 1861

Untitled is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Yoshitora. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Yoshitora in 1861, held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene with a man leading a light brown horse ridden by a woman, set against a backdrop of a mountain, water, and surrounding hills and trees. The figures and horse are dressed in attire with distinct colors, suggesting a narrative or cultural significance.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of colors, including blues, greens, and reds, and incorporated Japanese characters in red at the top corners. The level of detail and color palette contribute to a vivid representation of the scene.

Artist & collection