"Rokurokubi: Blood of the Blossoms" is a haunting, one-of-a-kind limited-edition original painting (1/1) that reimagines the Japanese yokai Rokurokubi—the neck-stretching spirit—as a mesmerizing fusion of beauty, menace, and tragic elegance. Measuring 36 inches high by 30 inches wide on a premium 2-inch deep gallery-wrapped canvas, this ready-to-hang masterpiece commands the room with its bold scale, deep dimensional presence, and frameless modern gallery appeal.
The central figure is a pale, ethereal woman whose elongated neck coils sinuously through blood-red cherry blossoms and dark, misty branches, her expression a captivating blend of sorrow and predatory allure. Her flowing kimono in deep crimson and black is adorned with intricate patterns, while her hair cascades like midnight silk, pierced by dramatic red hairpins that echo dripping blood and falling petals. A full moon glows ominously behind her, casting teal-green highlights across her skin and the swirling blossoms that seem to bleed into the night.
Primarily painted in acrylic for rich color saturation and atmospheric depth, the work is dramatically enhanced with thick, textured oil paint that builds sculptural relief across the kimono folds, elongated neck, and petal clusters—creating a tactile, almost three-dimensional quality. Lavishly hand-embellished with glossy epoxy drips that mimic fresh blood and dew, sparkling multi-colored Austrian crystals, shimmering beads, and luminous pearls, the painting comes alive under light: epoxy catches and refracts like wet blood, crystals throw prismatic glints across the blossoms, beads add subtle dimension, and pearls glow softly, transforming the piece into an interactive, luxurious talisman of yokai lore.
A powerful statement work rooted in Japanese folklore yet elevated with opulent mixed-media craftsmanship, "Rokurokubi: Blood of the Blossoms" explores themes of hidden darkness, forbidden beauty, transformation, and the thin veil between the human and supernatural worlds. Signed "NYX" and dated '25. Ideal for collectors drawn to dark mythology, Asian-inspired art, gothic fantasy, and richly embellished fine-art originals that demand attention.
"Rokurokubi: Blood of the Blossoms" is a haunting, one-of-a-kind limited-edition original painting (1/1) that reimagines the Japanese yokai Rokurokubi—the neck-stretching spirit—as a mesmerizing fusion of beauty, menace, and tragic elegance. Measuring 36 inches high by 30 inches wide on a premium 2-inch deep gallery-wrapped canvas, this ready-to-hang masterpiece commands the room with its bold scale, deep dimensional presence, and frameless modern gallery appeal.
The central figure is a pale, ethereal woman whose elongated neck coils sinuously through blood-red cherry blossoms and dark, misty branches, her expression a captivating blend of sorrow and predatory allure. Her flowing kimono in deep crimson and black is adorned with intricate patterns, while her hair cascades like midnight silk, pierced by dramatic red hairpins that echo dripping blood and falling petals. A full moon glows ominously behind her, casting teal-green highlights across her skin and the swirling blossoms that seem to bleed into the night.
Primarily painted in acrylic for rich color saturation and atmospheric depth, the work is dramatically enhanced with thick, textured oil paint that builds sculptural relief across the kimono folds, elongated neck, and petal clusters—creating a tactile, almost three-dimensional quality. Lavishly hand-embellished with glossy epoxy drips that mimic fresh blood and dew, sparkling multi-colored Austrian crystals, shimmering beads, and luminous pearls, the painting comes alive under light: epoxy catches and refracts like wet blood, crystals throw prismatic glints across the blossoms, beads add subtle dimension, and pearls glow softly, transforming the piece into an interactive, luxurious talisman of yokai lore.
A powerful statement work rooted in Japanese folklore yet elevated with opulent mixed-media craftsmanship, "Rokurokubi: Blood of the Blossoms" explores themes of hidden darkness, forbidden beauty, transformation, and the thin veil between the human and supernatural worlds. Signed "NYX" and dated '25. Ideal for collectors drawn to dark mythology, Asian-inspired art, gothic fantasy, and richly embellished fine-art originals that demand attention.
