Baku by Katsushika Hokusai
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toned paper

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animal

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pencil sketch

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possibly oil pastel

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fluid art

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coffee painting

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underpainting

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watercolour illustration

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pencil art

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botanical art

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watercolor

This ink drawing of a Baku, a mythical creature from Japanese folklore, is by renowned artist Katsushika Hokusai. The Baku is depicted with a thick, furry body, powerful claws, and a long, curled trunk, suggesting its ability to devour nightmares. Hokusai's detailed, expressive lines capture the Baku's fantastical nature, making this artwork a unique and intriguing representation of Japanese mythology and artistic tradition.

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