Utagawa Kunimasa – Shozo Inoue and Kyuemon Miyake

This dramatic diptych woodblock print, likely part of a triptych series, portrays a tense encounter between the human and supernatural worlds. On the left, a traveler or samurai dressed in striped robes reacts with apprehension, his hand raised as if startled by an unseen force. His expression conveys fear and vulnerability.

The right panel reveals a powerful spectral figure—possibly a yokai or oni—wielding a long staff or broom. With flowing white hair and an ethereal, menacing presence, this entity commands the scene amid dark stormy skies and jagged red streaks resembling lightning or supernatural energy.

The bold colors, dynamic brushstrokes, and ominous atmosphere heighten the drama, emphasizing the stark contrast between mortal fragility and supernatural power. This woodblock print captures a vivid moment of folklore or theatrical drama, rich with traditional Japanese artistic style and storytelling.

• Utagawa Kunimasa
  
• Approximate Size: 50cm x 36cm
• This woodblockprint is an antique and is sold as seen in the pictures. Please be aware that the colors on your screen may differ from natural light.