Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI Japanese Woodblock FOX Woman KUZUNOHA Leaving Her Child

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) Japanese woodblock print, Fox Woman Kuzunoha Leaving Her Child, from the New Forms of the 36 Ghosts series

The image depicts a pivotal moment from a popular Japanese legend and kabuki play, where Kuzunoha, a white fox spirit who took human form, is discovered by her young son. Her true identity revealed, she transforms back into her fox form and prepares to leave her human family forever, with her child tugging at her kimono in a poignant farewell. 

Unframed, Measures 9 1/8" x 14 1/4"

Excellent condition, paper toning. 

10749-187