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  • Origins to Originality

    JAPANESE METALWORK

    Engaged in a creative surge to explore the full possibilities of metal in technique, surface texture and form, this field of Japanese arts practice is nurturing some of the most exciting and innovative artists of contemporary times.
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    HISTORICALLY

    The combination of Japan and metalwork suggests the tradition of the samurai sword, and whilst the pre-eminence of Japanese craftsmanship in this area is unmistakeable, less commonly acknowledged is Japan's more diverse history of superior craftsmanship in metal.

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    Box about 1890-1900

    Iron, with a shibuichi panel decorated in gold, silver, shakudo, and shibuichi

    Khalili Collections

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    From iron and bronze casting, ancient bronze bells and Buddhist regalia, to the world of accessories to the sword in which precious metals combine with magical alloys of copper, gold, and silver to create visual and technical miniature masterpieces, Japanese metalwork bewitched and intrigued the European world when Japan opened its doors to foreign trade after 250 years of relative isolation.

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    Ikoku Vase

    Hamilton Art Gallery

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    After the Meiji Restoration (1868) the abolition of the samurai class and the banning of the sword, metal craftsmen turned to the newly emerging European market. Their skills and sensibilities were applied to the creation of decorative objects for the series of international great exhibitions at the end of the nineteenth century.

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    Pair of Samurai Figures. Circa 1890

    Bronze, thick gilding, silver and shakudo

    Khalili Collection

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    These large international art expositions, for example the Metalwork World Exhibition at Nuremberg in 1885, provided a reciprocal stimulus between Japan and the West. New techniques, designs and materials were introduced; large inlaid bronze vessels and vases, jewellery and cutlery, all saw the application of Japanese inlay and alloying techniques.

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    Incense Burner (Koro) M72 Circa 1890
    Silver, shakudō, shibuichi, gold, silver

    And a shakudō-copper mokume alloy.

    Khalili Collections
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    Audiences accustomed to form over surface, and preciousness over creative input were astounded by appearances of silver, gold, bronze and copper in seemingly endless variations of hue and tone, by masterful casting and intricate inlays. Works of this period, still highly sought after by international museums and private collectors alike, paved the way for today’s dynamic and original work.

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    Soft metal inlaid iron incense burner,
    Meiji Period, signed Mitsutaka (Kajima Ikkoku II) and
    Hogashiyama (Hogashiyama Motonobu)
    Christies New York 2018
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    CULTURALLY

    Japanese metalwork is situated in a different value structure from European tradition where preciousness of material may be esteemed above the effort put into the creation of the object.

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    Kaneko Toru

    Double-walled technique

    Sakazuki #3

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    Japanese artists pay respect to the inherent characteristics of the material with which they work. Exploiting the fluidity of the metal, its capacity to hold colour and textures and its richness in being just what it is – it matters not whether it's inexpensive aluminium or expensive gold.

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    Kise Hiroshi

    Copper Drops #30

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    What may be regarded as ‘weakness’ or ‘faults’ in material or technique are often highlighted, even exaggerated, to become an integral part of the beauty of the work. This may also be seen as an inherent characteristic of the Japanese aesthetic, evident also in the worlds of ceramic, the practice of tea, and in the art of flower arranging.

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    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    Han 反 Antipode
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    CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE METALWORK

    Contemporary Japanese metalwork artists are moving away from the constraints of traditional processes, much like contemporary Japanese ceramic artists, towards ones that allow more creative freedom and exploration of the full range of potentials of their medium.

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    Mitsumoto Takeshi

    波涛 Hatō

    Stormy Waters

    Hyatt Regency Yokohama 2020

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    Still faithful to the Japanese aesthetics that embrace beauty of function, imperfection and the changeability inherent in nature and natural phenomenon; contemporary metalwork artists adapt traditional techniques and materials to the modern world.

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    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    波濤の花器 Hatō no Kaki

    Swirling Waters
    Recently Available Work
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  • AVAILABLE METALWORK | a selection

    Waterdrops

    Waterdrops

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2018
    Waterdrops 水の葉 'Mizu no Ha'
    Rust treated iron
    h12 x w130 x d36 cm

    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne and shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
    To add this piece to your collection and inquire about shipping contact gallery@kehoe.com.au
    Price excluding GST is AUD $18000
    Quantity
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    Dewdrops

    Dewdrops

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2019
    Dewdrops | 雫の葉 'Shizuku no Ha'
    Rust treated iron
    W100 x D40 x H22 cm



    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne, or shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
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    Price excluding GST is AUD $12000.
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    Swirling Waters

    Swirling Waters

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2020
    Swirling Waters | 波濤の花器 'Hatō no Kaki'
    Iron | Rust detail
    w60 x d60 x h60 cm

    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne, or shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
    To add this piece to your collection and inquire about shipping contact gallery@kehoe.com.au
    Price excluding GST is AUD $9000
    Quantity
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    Leaf

    Leaf

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2012
    Leaf 葉のうつわ 'Ha no Utsuwa'
    Rust treated iron
    W90 x D40 x H13 cm

    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne and shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
    To add this piece to your collection and inquire about shipping contact gallery@kehoe.com.au
    Price ex. GST is $7909
    Quantity
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    Chrysanthemum

    Chrysanthemum

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2009
    Chrysanthemum 菊皿 'Kikuzara'
    H9 x W98 x D38 cm

    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne and shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
    To add this piece to your collection and inquire about shipping contact gallery@kehoe.com.au
    Price excluding GST is $6727 AUD
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Bubbles

    Bubbles

    Kaneko Toru 2015
    Horizontal
    Copper, Tin, Brass powder, Lacquer
    W46.5 D12.7 H28.5 cm
    LKG2621
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Whirlpool

    Whirlpool

    The Japanese aesthetic of yō no bi 用の美 the beauty of function and the inclusion of a separate, removable metal insert for water invites engagement with the inextricable beauty and functionality of this work in silver plated reclaimed iron as both sculpture, and flower vessel.

    Mitsumoto Takeshi
    2009
    Whirlpool| Uzumaki 渦巻花器
    W22 x D9 x H38 cm

    For Australian clients,
    Please accept our gift of complimentary delivery within Melbourne and shipping within Australia.

    For international clients,
    To add this piece to your collection and inquire about shipping contact gallery@kehoe.com.au
    Price excluding GST is AUD $5818
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Vase

    Vase

    Oyama Yasuyuki
    2006
    Vase Gold Punch Design
    Machine Spun Aluminium and urushi
    L20 D20 H40 cm
    LKG637
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Zebra

    Zebra

    Kaneko Toru
    2003
    Tin Plated Copper
    W19.5 D8.5 H53 cm
    LKG991
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Gazelle

    Gazelle

    Kaneko Toru | Signature Series
    2003
    Tin Plated Copper
    W23 x D6 x H53.5 cm
    **Purchase subject to availability**
    Please use the contact page or email gallery@kehoe.com.au to inquire
    Quantity
    Coming soon
    Void

    Void

    The Japanese aesthetic of yō no bi 用の美 the beauty of function and the inclusion of a separate, removable metal insert for water transforms this work in rust finished reclaimed iron from sculpture to flower vessel at the pleasure of the owner's purposes and creative inclinations.

    Miitsumoto Takeshi
    Void | enkū no kaki 円空の花器
    2006
    W50 x D10 x H50 cm
    LKG877
    Quantity
    Coming soon
  • PROFESSOR KANEKO TORU

    金子透

    MITSUMOTO TAKESHI

    光本岳士

    OYAMA YASUYUKI

    小山泰之

    KISE HIROSHI

    木瀬浩詞

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