Fishing Fox 2
1870-1890
Kawanabe Kyōsai, a 19th-century Japanese artist famous for his playful and sometimes mischievous sketches, captures a hilarious standoff here. A man, seemingly half-asleep under his blanket, holds a thin string attached to a small trap, attempting to lure a curious, tiger-striped fox (kitsune). It's a whimsical take on the classic battle of wits between humans and the trickster spirits of Japanese folklore. Kyōsai was known as the 'Picasso of Japan' for his incredible speed and humor, and this quick, expressive ink drawing perfectly shows his ability to turn a simple folk tale into a charming, funny moment.
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