East Wind / Moon Wind 1959

Tadashi Nakayama's "East Wind / Moon Wind" is a print, likely a woodblock or linocut, given its graphic clarity and texture. The image features stylized horses beneath geometric celestial forms. The process of printmaking, which is inherently iterative, lends itself to the layered composition. Note the tactile quality of the surface, a result of the artist carving into the block, applying ink, and then pressing it onto paper. This creates a unique impression each time, embracing the subtle variations inherent in manual production. Nakayama's printmaking practice aligns with the democratic spirit of the medium, historically used for mass communication and dissemination of information. The artist's choice of this medium speaks to a desire to engage with a broader audience. "East Wind / Moon Wind" invites us to consider the value of the handmade in an age of mass production, and highlights the unique beauty and expressive potential of printmaking.