Bunbuku chagama 1880

"Bunbuku chagama" (1880) is a woodblock print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, depicting a humorous scene of a raccoon dog disguised as a tea kettle. The animal, known for its mischievous nature, is cleverly portrayed as a tea kettle, embodying a Japanese folktale about a raccoon dog transforming into a kettle to deceive a monk. Yoshitoshi's signature style is evident in this print, capturing the spirit of the Edo period with his dynamic composition and detailed depiction of everyday life. The print exemplifies the artist's fascination with the supernatural and his ability to blend humor with traditional Japanese storytelling.