Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa

by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

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Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Utamaro (1750 - 1806) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa

Poem of the Pillow

Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa - Unusual image of two kappa attacking and ravishing a diving girl. Kappa are mythological creatures or water spirits, depicted as either mischievous or evil. Here, the creatures grapple with a beauty underwater as she attempts to fight them off, surrounded by seaweed and curious little fish. Her companion watches from a rocky outcropping, holding her hand to her chin. A basket filled with abalone rests on the shore beside her and a pine tree frames the scene. A famous design from this Utamaro shunga series.

Artist - Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Image Size - 8 7/8" x 13 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight paper remnants on reverse at top edge from previous mounting. Faint toning, a few small spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)
Beauty Being Ravished by Kappa by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

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