The Warrior Miura-no-suke Confronting the Court Lady Tamamo-no-mae as She Turns into an Evil Fox with Nine Tails 1826 - 1829

"The Warrior Miura-no-suke Confronting the Court Lady Tamamo-no-mae as She Turns into an Evil Fox with Nine Tails," is an 1826-1829 woodblock print by Yashima Gakutei (1786-1868) that depicts a popular scene from Japanese folklore. The warrior Miura-no-suke is depicted confronting the beautiful Lady Tamamo-no-mae, whose true identity is a powerful nine-tailed fox demon, as she is about to transform. The scene is dynamic and dramatic, featuring a bold use of color and a high level of detail. The artwork's narrative and vivid imagery make it a striking example of the "ukiyo-e" genre, which often depicted tales of bravery and the supernatural. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.