Susanō no mikoto 1880

This woodblock print, "Susanō no mikoto" (1880) by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, depicts the powerful storm god Susanō, a figure from Japanese mythology, in a dramatic pose. The print depicts a moment from the legend of Susanō where he descends from the heavens to defeat a monstrous eight-headed serpent. The dynamic composition and vivid colors are characteristic of Yoshitoshi's late work, and the use of woodblock printing techniques to create detailed textures and depth make the image truly come to life.