vintage shikishi print : fox

The fox (kitsune) plays many roles in Japanese culture - sneaky shape shifter, a messenger of the gods, protector of crops - so who knows what this fox is up to out and about on a moonlight night? Cutting a handsome figure, he'll look even better framed!

This print was produced in 1933 as part of the New Year issue of the Kodan Club magazine, featuring traditional Japanese art (nihonga).