• The Cat Demon of Okazaki – Utagawa Kuniyoshi Yokai Print, Diptych (c. 1850)
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The Cat Demon of Okazaki – Utagawa Kuniyoshi Yokai Print, Diptych (c. 1850)

The Cat Demon of Okazaki – Utagawa Kuniyoshi Yokai Print, Diptych (c. 1850)

by Utagawa Kuniyoshi

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A cat that lives long enough becomes something else. In the ghost tale of Okazaki, the creature is a bakeneko, a monster cat, and Utagawa Kuniyoshi stages the moment of revelation across two woodblock sheets meant to be read as one scene: inside a ring of lamplight, an enormous cat's face materializes out of the dark, whiskers fanned and teeth bared, while the figures in front of it, one already more ghost than person, have not yet turned around. Kuniyoshi kept cats in his studio and filled sketchbooks with them; he was ukiyo-e's great cat artist as well as its great monster-maker, and this diptych, from about 1850, is where the two obsessions meet.

This impression is held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Our reproduction is made from that source file, printed on thick matte paper. The design is horizontal, so it is printed centered on the sheet with white above and below, in the manner of a mat.

Utagawa Kuniyoshi

1798–1861

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, c. 1850

Woodblock print, reproduced as a fine art print.

Product Details

  • Available in 12" x 18" and 20" x 30" for smaller spaces and print sets, or 24" x 36" for larger, more impactful displays; Other sizes may have different aspect ratios
  • Premium paper with a luxurious matte feel with a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and weight of 189 g/m²
  • Choose from Black, Red Oak, or White frames, featuring an Acrylite front protector, or unframed options with your own framing solution
  • Sustainably sourced Ayous wood frame, 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick
  • Lightweight and durable design with hanging hardware included with framed purchases
  • Printed on-demand to avoid overproduction
  • Printed on demand; allow 5 to 12 business days for delivery

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More about this wall art poster print:

The household in this picture does not yet know what you know. In the ghost tale of Okazaki, a cat that has lived too long becomes a bakeneko, and Kuniyoshi stages the moment the change declares itself: lamplight pools in the dark, and inside it a cat's face of impossible size takes shape, whiskers spread, teeth showing. The figures in front, one already more spirit than human, sit with their backs to it. Kuniyoshi, who kept cats and drew them constantly, made this two-panel work around 1850; the monster is drawn by someone who plainly loved the animal.

It is a companionable kind of frightening picture: dramatic at first sight, then funny and tender. It holds a room, and its story improves with telling, suiting a living room or a child's room with a taste for the uncanny: wherever a haunting is welcome, if it has whiskers.

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About Vintage Print Project

At Vintage Print Project, we celebrate the timeless charm of vintage design while embracing modern creativity. Our mission is to bring art, culture, and individuality to your space through a carefully curated collection of vintage-inspired prints and exclusive, one-of-a-kind treasures.

Each piece in our collection tells a story. From designs inspired by iconic vintage styles to curated limited-edition prints and rare international finds, we offer art that elevates your walls and sparks conversation. By blending nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, we create a seamless balance of accessibility and exclusivity.

Quality Printing & Framing

Our posters are printed on museum-quality matte paper, providing a high-quality matte finish. With a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and a weight of 189 g/m², the paper offers a sturdy yet lightweight feel with sharp and vibrant results.

Our frames are made from 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick Ayous wood, sustainably sourced from renewable forests. The lightweight Acrylite front protector adds durability without adding extra weight. Each framed option arrives ready to hang, with hanging hardware included.

The majority of our products are printed on demand shortly after your order is placed. This allows us to reduce overproduction and avoid waste, bringing accessibly priced, yet inspiring, vintage-inspired prints to your space.