Kappa
katsushikahokusai
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pencil drawn
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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possibly oil pastel
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fluid art
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pencil drawing
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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tattoo art
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pencil art
"Kappa" is a woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, a celebrated Japanese artist known for his ukiyo-e works. Hokusai's mastery of detail is evident in the intricate patterns of the kappa's shell and the expressive lines of its humanoid face. The image, which is a close-up of the mythical water creature, captures the kappa's unique features, including its webbed hands and the bowl on its head said to hold water. While the exact date of this print is unknown, it reflects Hokusai's fascination with the fantastical and his dedication to capturing the essence of Japanese folklore in his art.
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