Yakuza
140 x 100 cm acrylic paint on wooden panel, framed. Unique piece, signed on the back.
BACKGROUND STORY
There is probably no country where tradition and modernity clash more sharply than Japan. The Yakuza have been the world's largest criminal organization since the 17th century. The 8-9-3 Yakuza represents the worst hand in a card game, considered worthless.
Criminals, dishonorable, yet celebrated as heroes by the people for protecting disadvantaged families. A Yakuza can be recognized by their colorful, traditional tattoos. A hand with one or more severed fingertips depicts the ritual "Yubitsume." If a member has committed a crime, they must cut off a fingertip of their own as atonement.
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