Damashi, or in its more traditional spelling Damashii or Tamashii signifies the inherent soul or spirit that inhabits every living person. In Budo culture Damashii is often linked to the word Yamato, the old term for Japan as it refers to the historical values of the Samurai of Integrity, Honor, Courage, Loyalty, Honesty and Compassion.
We have therefore imagined a powerful warrior, wearing a simple garment that only partially covers his athletic body; the katana already swung, pointing down to the ground, the grip is firm, but we don’t know yet if this warrior will have the strength to raise it once more.
The doubts are there, but the majestic phoenix rising behind his shoulder is an omen, a manifestation of the samurai’s unrelenting spirit to rise and fight - we now know the samurai spirit will always prevail!
The new Damashii art features a hand made 5 Colors hand made screen print.
The unique imperfections of the serigraphy process make these prints truly one of a kind. Don't we all love the smell of fresh ink in the morning?
The name serigraphy comes from Latin "sēricum" (silk) and Greek "graphein" (to write or draw) and first appeared in China during the Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD)
This print series is approximately 19.5x13.5 Inches and is printed on Premium Fedrigoni Century Splendorgel paper, 270 gr, limited, signed & hand numbered out of #100
*frame not included