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.

This rare large format reprint - This is an especially rare, double oban format reprint. We have never before come across this famous subject in a reprint size this large. Beautifully printed and detailed, this reprint is an excellent choice for a collector interested in classic Utamaro imagery.

Artist - Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 20" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Please note, due to the size, this print may be shipped rolled. A couple small spots. Please see photos for details.