Tessen print Born in the 12th century

Born in the 12th century

a part of ourselves

“The Tide” invites reflection on those moments when letting go does not bring fear

during the Genpei War period in Japan

but protected

Tessen print Born in the 12th centuryTessen The War Fan In feudal Japan, the tessen was a fan that concealed iron ribs. At first glance, it appeared fragile and decorative, but in the hands of the samurai it became a subtle weapon: used to defend, deflect arrows, or surprise in combat when the sword could not be drawn. Its symbolism goes beyond battle. The tessen embodies the union of opposites: beauty and blade, calm and power, fragility and resilience. Like the butterflies surrounding