Calamity

Description

This painting was the first in my ‘ancient warriors’ collection and what inspired it all. I find the samurai code of honor, Bushido, very inspiring and admirable. And the samurai armor is so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing to me that I had to paint it. I wanted to paint the samurai with his shoulders hunched and tired, as if he just went through a battle. I also wanted his eyes not to show through the mask. I painted cherry blossoms because the contrast of something so beautiful and delicate next to something so deadly was extremely appealing to me. Also, in my research on Samurai symbolism, I read that a fallen cherry blossom symbolizes a fallen samurai who sacrificed his life for the emperor. I wanted viewers to reflect on the delicate balance between life and death, beauty and brutality. 

About this artwork

Available in 8.3’’ x 11.7’’, 11.7’’ x 16.5’’, 16.5’’ x 23.4’’, 23.4’’ x 33.1, and 27.6 x 39.4’’ including a border for easy framing

• • Supplied with a signed, stamped & numbered Certificate of Authenticity for provenance
  • Presented on acid-free, archival cotton Pearl Giclee paper from Hahnemühle, the world’s oldest mill, which has been producing fine art papers for more than 500 years
  • We recommend that you take care when handling this museum-grade print. Buying a pre-framed print will ensure your artwork is protected and ready to hang.
  • Guaranteed archival life of 100+ years

• Carbon neutral, sustainable production, packaging and shipping

• Free global delivery with tracked & insured shipping

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