Kappa Pulling a Man over a Riverbank, 1883 - Great image of a kappa pulling a man over a riverbank by one leg as his companion grabs hold of his kimono, trying to pull him to safety. Kappa are mythological creatures or water imps who live in rivers or streams, usually depicted as mischievous or even evil. The one shown here appears malevolent, grimacing as he yanks on the man's ankle with goth hands. The other people viewing the cherry blossoms along the shore are completely unaware of what is taking place in the foreground. A nice choice for a collector interested in Japanese folklore.
Artist - Meiji era artist (not read)
Image Size - 13 1/8" x 8 5/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Horizontal folds. A few holes, repaired. Slight creasing, a few marks. Please see photos for details.
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