Seven-year-old Sumo Wrestler Daidōzan Bungorō Chasing Away Oni Demons 1795

This 1795 woodblock print, "Seven-year-old Sumo Wrestler Daidōzan Bungorō Chasing Away Oni Demons," is a striking example of the work of the influential Japanese artist Tōshūsai Sharaku. The print depicts a young, powerfully built sumo wrestler, Daidōzan Bungorō, wielding a large club and driving away Oni demons, monstrous figures in Japanese folklore. Sharaku is known for his dynamic, expressive portraits of actors and sumo wrestlers, and this print exemplifies his masterful use of bold lines and vivid colors to create a sense of energy and movement.