2015, Edition of 8
The artwork is signed by the Artist , carved with edition number and date under the piece
serie “The Onmyodo Odyssey : Chronicles of Samuraicat’s Dualities”
“Moonlit Resilience: Samurai’s Path through the Veil of Shadows” is a title that conveys several key elements of the artwork. “Moonlit Resilience” uses silver and white tones to evoke moonlight illuminating darkness, suggesting clarity, enlightenment, and the samurai’s resilience amidst obscurity. The term “Resilience” highlights the samurai’s strength and endurance through trials. “Samurai’s Path” indicates a journey or quest, both physical and metaphorical, signifying disciplined pursuit and growth central to the samurai’s life. “Through the Veil of Shadows” with the black background symbolizes the unknown and mysterious aspects of this journey, implying a venture through dark, uncertain territories requiring wisdom and courage. The color palette, featuring silver and white against black, creates a striking contrast; silver symbolizes clarity, purity, and an ethereal quality, while white represents purity, peace, and new beginnings. The black background adds depth, enhancing the luminosity of silver and white and underscoring the duality of light and darkness. “Moonlit Resilience: Samurai’s Path through the Veil of Shadows” aptly captures the essence of a samurai’s journey marked by resilience and enlightenment as they navigate the enigmatic, shadowed realms of existence.
