Grave Inscription 1881

"Grave Inscription" is a work of calligraphy by Japanese artist Murase Taiitsu, completed in 1881, the year of his death. The inscription is written in a vertical format on a gray rectangular panel, and conveys an epitaph of sorts. The text is in Chinese characters and includes a variety of strokes that create a visually dense composition, typical of the artist's work. The piece is a testament to the artist's skill in calligraphy, a highly esteemed art form in East Asia.