Tadamori and the Oil Thief 1882

"Tadamori and the Oil Thief" is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi from 1882. This dynamic print depicts the legendary warrior Tadamori confronting a thief who has stolen a pot of oil. The thief is seen fleeing with a dagger in hand, while Tadamori, with his signature stern expression and resolute stance, is ready to apprehend him. Yoshitoshi's use of vibrant colors and bold lines creates a sense of urgency and action, characteristic of his "One Hundred Ghost Tales" series, of which this print is a part.