Dilapidated Poetry A 1976

"Dilapidated Poetry A" is a 1976 print by the Japanese artist Hiroyuki Tajima (1911-1984). The work utilizes a primarily reddish-brown color palette, with the stark contrast of blue and white representing the "poetry" within the title. The abstract composition uses geometric shapes and textures to create a feeling of decay and fragility, likely referencing the impermanence of poetry and the passage of time. This print is a great example of Tajima's signature style, which explores themes of structure, decay, and the ephemeral nature of existence.