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Hokusai: Laughing Yamauba Woodblock NR
Hokusai: Laughing Yamauba Woodblock NR
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Description
Japanese Woodblock Print, actual title "Laughing Demon" from the series "One Hundred Ghost Stories" was originally published c.1831-2, this is a later edition published from recarved woodblocks.

SIZE IN INCHES: chuban, 7.75 x 10.5 inches

COMMENTS: The Yamauba is traditionally depicted as a crone who has unkempt hair and wearing either filthy clothes or clothes made of tree bark. In general, this demon is said to eat infants who are brought to her mountain home. Aside from this tale, there are also stories of how the Yamauba attacks merchants and horse drivers walking along the mountain path. Interestingly enough in the tale "Ubakawa" a yamaba actually gives a human good luck and in one prefecture houses possessed by a Yamauba would gain great wealth and fortune.
Condition
Fine, no flaws
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Hokusai: Laughing Yamauba Woodblock NR

Estimate $300 - $400
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