• A full-view Japanese Nihonga art print titled "Desire" (渇望) by Ryuku Otsuka. The composition features a beautifully detailed grey pigeon with iridescent green and purple neck feathers looking up toward a floating golden royal crown. Branching overhead is a flowering tree with vibrant orange blossoms, while bright yellow chrysanthemums grow against blue garden rocks on the right, blending classical symbolism with natural, slow-living elements on a warm, textured gold-toned background.
  • A framed fine art print by Ryuku Otsuka hanging on a neutral, off-white wall in a bright, modern living room setting. The print—featuring a detailed pigeon gazing up at a floating royal crown surrounded by orange blossoms and yellow flowers on a warm, textured gold background—is set within a light wood frame. Placed above a comfortable cream-colored sofa with plush pillows and alongside tall dried pampas grass, the scene demonstrates how the print fits a 50x40 cm frame to elevate slow-living home decor.
  • A high-quality fine art print titled "desire" by Ryuku Otsuka emerging from a Canon printer. The detailed artwork—featuring a pigeon, a delicate golden crown, and vibrant orange-red blossoms on a warm, gold-toned background—is produced on textured paper using LUCIA PRO II pigmented ink, showcasing a slow-living dedication to craft.
  • A close-up of a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity by Ryuku Otsuka for a limited edition of the print "desire" (渴望). Part of the Contemporary kacho Series, this numbered 1/20 card rests on textured paper beside the detailed print featuring a pigeon and a crown, reassuring collectors of a quiet, authentic sanctuary of craft.
  • A close-up shot showcasing the fine, fibrous texture of SRA3 250g Japanese Washi paper used for Ryuku Otsuka’s "desire" art print. The tactile quality of the paper highlights a slow-living dedication to traditional craft and premium print quality.
  • A close-up photograph showing the lower corner of a heavy-weight fine art print by Ryuku Otsuka, resting on a wooden surface. The white margin clearly displays a hand-written edition number "1/20" in black ink, alongside a red hanko seal impression, highlighting the limited run of 20 prints, authenticity, and artisan craftsmanship.
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Ryuku Otsuka Art

Desire (渇望) – Limited Edition Narrative Print on Japanese Washi

Desire (渇望) – Limited Edition Narrative Print on Japanese Washi

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"We see things not as they are, but as we are."

Created in November 2025, Desire (渇望 — Katsubō) is a conceptual exploration of projection and perception. Started to paint just weeks after the jewelry theft from the Louvre, the work captures a moment of quiet irony on the streets of Paris.

While the title and composition suggest a profound, almost spiritual longing, the reality is far more literal: a pigeon stands over a crown dropped in the gutter in the shadow of the museum. Is it a symbol of fallen power? A commentary on the transience of wealth? Or simply a bird wondering if the gold is edible?

Otsuka challenges the viewer to confront their own "Desire" to find meaning where there may only be a mundane coincidence.

The Technique: To capture the feeling of handmade craftsmanship, this print is produced on 250g Japanese Washi. The heavy, textured fibers of the washi ground the airy subject matter, giving the "optimism" a physical weight. Printed via the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1100, the pigments in 12 different colors ensure that the pigeon's nuanced expression remains with color depth. It is also retouched digitally to maintain sharpness in some parts of the painting. 

Recommended Frame: 

Leroy Merlin: Milo 40 x 50 cm

Limited Edition Collectibility

  • Edition Size: Strictly limited to 20 prints.
  • Size: SRA3 (320 x 450 mm)
  • Authentication: Hand-signed and numbered.
  • Provenance: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity 

  • Shipping & Packaging: Your print is handled with the utmost care. It is shipped in 3 layers of flattened envelopes to ensure it arrives in pristine condition.

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Note: The products will be shipped by public shipping except for the United States, as they don't accept it. For the US, it will be handled by UPS. 

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