Sakura body suit tattoo. Mushiburo (steam bath)”

Sakura body suit tattoo / Irezumi / Female nude

"In Japan, cherry blossoms symbolize clouds due to their nature of blooming en masse, besides being an enduring metaphor for the ephemeral nature of life, an aspect of Japanese cultural tradition that is often associated with Shinto influence, and which is embodied in the concept of mono no aware. The association of the cherry blossom with mono no aware dates back to 18th-century scholar Motoori Norinaga. The transience of the blossoms, the exquisite beauty, and volatility, has often been associated with mortality and graceful and readily acceptance of destiny and karma; for this reason, cherry blossoms are richly symbolic and have been utilized often in Japanese art, manga, anime, and film..."  Continue reading on Wikipedia

This artwork is printed on matt high-quality paper. Limited edition of 50 signed and numbered copies, stamped with the artist's personal Hanko (red seal).

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