Sugenoya Kuemon 1868

"Sugenoya Kuemon" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, created in 1868. The print depicts a scene of a samurai committing seppuku (ritual suicide) and is a powerful and dramatic example of Yoshitoshi's signature style. Known for his detailed and expressive linework, Yoshitoshi masterfully captures the raw emotion of the scene. The print is considered one of his finest works and a key example of the "One Hundred Ghosts" series which focuses on the Japanese legends and tales of the supernatural.