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Mashiba Dairyo Hisayoshi Ko in Lightening, 1865. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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Mashiba Dairyo Hisayoshi Ko in Lightening, 1865. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Mashiba Dairyo Hisayoshi Ko in Lightening, 1865. Series: One Hundred Ghost Tales from China and Japan
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Mashiba Dairyo Hisayoshi Ko in Lightning," a captivating woodblock print from the One Hundred Ghost Tales from China and Japan series by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, portrays a dramatic scene from the 16th century. The print, created in the 1860s during the Meiji Era, depicts Lord Mashiba Hideyoshi, also known as Hashiba Chikuzen no Kami Hideyoshi, and three companions, huddled together in fear as they encounter a terrifying natural phenomenon – a bolt of lightning. The men, dressed in traditional Edo Period clothing, are shown in a full-length pose, their faces etched with expressions of awe and trepidation. The background is filled with the chaotic energy of the storm, with swirling clouds and bolts of lightning illuminating the night sky. The print is a stunning example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished during the Edo Period and focused on the pleasures of the floating world. The legend behind this print is rooted in Japanese history and folklore. It is said that Kobo Daishi, or Kukai, the founder of the Shingon Buddhism, appeared to Lord Mashiba in a dream and warned him of an impending disaster. Mashiba, along with three of his men, went to Mount Koya to seek the protection of the revered monk. However, they were caught in a violent storm, and the lightning bolt that struck them is depicted in this print. This woodblock print, with its intricate details and bold use of color, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Japan and its enduring fascination with the supernatural. The print is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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