Maruami Gorō Saved by Fudō's (Acala) Attendant Seitaka from Narita Shrine 1800 - 1865

This ukiyo-e woodblock print from the Edo period (1603-1868) by the artist Utagawa Kunisada depicts Seitaka, the attendant of Fudo Myo-o, the fierce Buddhist deity. The print, titled "Maruami Gorō Saved by Fudo's (Acala) Attendant Seitaka from Narita Shrine", shows Seitaka standing on a cloud over a turbulent sea, a lotus flower in one hand, holding a staff in the other. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition create a sense of movement and energy, highlighting the supernatural power of the deity's attendant. This print is part of a larger series depicting tales of the gods and heroes of Japanese mythology.