The black monster attacking the wife of a carpe 

"The black monster attacking the wife of a carpe" is a woodblock print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, a renowned Japanese artist known for his dramatic and often gruesome depictions of ghost stories and folklore. This print portrays a scene of a ghostly figure, seemingly a monstrous creature, attacking a woman while a man watches in horror. Yoshitoshi's intricate details and bold lines effectively capture the terror and suspense of the supernatural encounter, drawing the viewer into the world of Japanese ghost stories. This particular print is a striking example of the "yokai-e" genre, which specializes in depictions of supernatural creatures, reflecting the rich and vibrant folklore of Japan.