Signed Koku/Tani with seal Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
The repentant oni wearing geta and a long flowing robe, holding a mallet in one hand and carrying Fujimusume, holding a wisteria branch over her shoulder and wearing a large straw hat, on his back. A small dog is seated at their side and smelling the oni’s mallet. Signed Koku/Tani in seal form to the inside of the oni’s robe.
HEIGHT 5.6 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor traces of wear. Provenance: British collection.