Rappa-Shu (Trumpeter) V
1959
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4-color lithograph
Classification
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number
1964.8.2824
Art Historical Context
Tadashi Nakayama'sRappa-Shu (Trumpeter) V*, created 1959, is a vibrant 4-color lith that captures the essence of musical performance. Part of a series depicting a trumpeter—*Rappa-Shu* translating to "trumpeter" in Japanese print belongs to the prestigious Rosenwald Collection at the Gallery of Art, housed in the CG-W department. The medium of lithography, using multiple color plates, allowed Nakayama to achieve bold, layered hues and precise details, showcasing the technical mastery of mid-20th-century printmaking. Nakayama, a Japanese artist active in the post-World War II era, contributed ...