Since the establishment of his Tokyo studio Atelier Ren in 1991, Mitsumoto’s indefatigable interest in exploring the characteristics of metal has found expression and public recognition in significant works of architecture and private commissions.
Unified by his signature motifs and mastery, the artist uses the traditional techniques of hammering (鍛金 tankin) and chasing (彫金chōkin) with gold and silver foil to express the unique Japanese perception of, and sensitivity to, Nature.
With pleasure we share a selection of works that represent the evolution of the artist and the refinement of his technical mastery and creative originality over a 30+ year career.
Commissioned Installation
HYATT REGENCY
YOKOHAMA 2020
STORMY WATERS
波涛
With such an established and long running career, it is no surprise that whilst most of the world was in lockdown in 2020, Mitusmoto was busy delivering a large scale series of commissioned pieces for Yokohama's new Hyatt Regency.
Strategically placed in the first floor lobby, this dynamic sculpture of large rolling waves in glittering gold foil and plating provides a stunning welcome
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Aluminium, brass, gold foil and rhodium plate w110 x d70 x h100 cm
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SILVER WAVES
銀波
Reaching for the heavens on the top floor of the hotel, the calm waves of this sculpture quietly reflect silver moonlight. It hints also perhaps at the movements of eddying winds between sea and sky, the interplay of weather and light from day to night
Reaching for the heavens on the top floor of the hotel, the calm waves of this sculpture quietly reflect silver moonlight. It hints also perhaps at the movements of eddying winds between sea and sky, the interplay of weather and light from day to night
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35w x 35d x 120h cm
Brass, Silver foil, Aluminium & Rhodium plate
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HARMONY
律
Beautifully illuminated in the 3rd floor Club Lounge, this wall sculpture draws inspiration from the rhythmic sound that arises between the waves.
Wind Across The Sea
海を渡る風
The gently curving surface of fine metal panels are layered to represent the wind blowing across the sea. The shimmering light between the waves is expressed with gold and silver foil. The horizontal bars in the background represent the surface of the sea.
-600w x 30d x 240hAluminium, Steel, Gold & Silver foil, Rhodium plate-
STORMY WATERS
波濤
Prime Hachiōji Apartment Building
2020
BILLOWS
湖風
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
2017
CIRCLES OF LIFE
命の雲
Aichi Medical University Hospital
2015
MOON SHADOWS
梢影
Osaka Awaji Apartment Building
2015
FENCE & POSTBOX NAMEPLATE
フェンス と ポスト表札
*Created entirely with metal *
Private Residence Tokyo
2012
SNOWSHAPES
雪綾
Kawaguchi Homes Apartment Building
2012
COUNTRY OF GOLD
Zipangu
Kawaguchi Homes Apartment Building
2012
SPHERES OF LIGHT
光の輪
Aichi Medical University Hospital
2012
EARTH・WATER
地・水
Hyatt Regency Tokyo
Entrance hall
2012
OBJET
オブジェ
Hyatt Regency Tokyo
Lobby of 9th floor elevator
2012
EARTH・WATER
地・水
XIV Hakone Palace
Hotel Entrance
2010
MOONSCAPE
ルームオブジ
XIV Hakone Palace
Hotel Suite
2010
BUFFET CONSOLE
ビュッフェコンポート
XIV Hakone Palace Hotel
2010
ENTRANCE GATES
門扉
Private Residence Tokyo
2000
ILLUMINATIONS
照明
Various dates & locations
