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Original fileFace,Ushioni (cropped)
The creature has a dark, fur-covered face with prominent, bristly hairs visible around the muzzle, brow, and ears. Its eyes are disproportionately large, featuring pale blue irises, yellow sclera, and dark pupils, surrounded by inflamed, reddish-orange eyelids. The mouth is agape, revealing a vibrant red interior and pointed, blackened teeth, conveying a sense of ferocity and supernatural aggression. The style is that of a traditional Japanese scroll painting, with visible ink wash gradients and meticulous, fine-line detailing on the fur and skin textures.
The Ushioni is a formidable yōkai from Japanese folklore, often associated with coastal regions and mountainous areas, where it is said to prey on humans and livestock. This depiction belongs to the tradition of 'Bakemono no e' (monster scrolls) popularized during the Edo period to document and categorize supernatural creatures.
Bakemono no e
The image is a typical example of the Edo-period scroll tradition cataloging supernatural creatures.
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