Red Candle 1950

"Red Candle" (1950) is a woodblock print by Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano (1916-1965). The print is a stylized depiction of a candle burning in a red holder, with a white flame radiating outward. The composition is abstract, with bold, simplified shapes and a strong use of color. The limited color palette of black, white, red, and green creates a sense of simplicity and tranquility. The artwork is reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints from the Edo period, and exemplifies Kawano's unique style, which combined traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern artistic sensibilities.