Kiyohime, Emerging from the Hidaka River, Turning into a Serpent
1865
Yoshitoshi captures the terrifying moment Kiyohime transforms from a heartbroken woman into a vengeful serpent demon. Her wild, flowing hair mirrors the crashing waves at her feet as she emerges from the Hidaka River, her kimono a chaotic mix of floral patterns and fierce red stripes. This woodblock print comes from his early series 'One Hundred Stories of Japan and China,' showcasing his talent for blending supernatural horror with traditional beauty. The falling cherry blossoms add a hauntingly poetic touch to this tale of obsessive love gone fatally wrong.
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