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Ii No Hayata Kills the Nue at the Imperial Palace, 1890. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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Ii No Hayata Kills the Nue at the Imperial Palace, 1890. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Ii No Hayata Kills the Nue at the Imperial Palace, 1890. From New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts
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11th Century Afterlife Beige Demon Eleventh Century Ghost Ghosts Imperial Palace Killing Legend Legendary Meiji Era Meiji Period Monster New Forms Of The Thirty Six Ghosts Phantom Phantoms Representation Representative Retainer Taiso Tsukioka Yoshitoshi Yokai Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Colour Woodblock Print
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is a captivating woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, created in the late 19th century during the Meiji Era. This print is part of Yoshitoshi's series "New Forms of the Thirty-Six Ghosts," which reimagines traditional Japanese ghost stories in a contemporary context. The image depicts the brave retainer Ii No Hayata, clad in full armor, standing at the Imperial Palace as he faces the formidable demon, Nue. With its monkey's head, tiger's body, and the wings of a bird, the Nue is a legendary phantom known for terrorizing people in Japanese folklore. The scene is set against the backdrop of the Imperial Palace, a beige building that exudes an aura of grandeur and history. The nighttime setting, with its dark, inky background and the soft glow of the moon, adds to the eerie atmosphere of the print. Ii No Hayata, a one-person army, fearlessly confronts the Nue, his determined expression and steady gaze reflecting his unwavering courage. The artist's masterful use of color and woodblock printing techniques brings the scene to life, making it a representative work of the Ukiyo-e tradition. This print is an important piece of Asian heritage art, showcasing the rich history and cultural significance of Japanese ghost stories. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the arts, history, or the supernatural. Currently, this woodcut can be found in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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