Brick Houses (2024) by Mitsuru Koga
$380.00
Description:
These charming miniature brick houses are carved from naturally polished brick pieces found on the beach. Each piece is hand carved and filled in with mortar to resemble brick houses. Mitsuru Koga draws inspiration from his memories of finding these, at first glance, outstanding 'red stones' amidst the other grey natural rocks on the beach.
Measurements:
#1 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/8"D x 2"H
#2 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/8"D x 2"H
#3 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/16"D x 2"H
History:
Mitsuru Koga (b. 1980), based in Kanagawa prefecture, Japan, has the ability to infuse life into seemingly mundane materials and transform them into objects of art. These transformations are Koga’s commitment to exploring the delicate relationship between man and object, man and nature. His recent studio visit can be found here.
These charming miniature brick houses are carved from naturally polished brick pieces found on the beach. Each piece is hand carved and filled in with mortar to resemble brick houses. Mitsuru Koga draws inspiration from his memories of finding these, at first glance, outstanding 'red stones' amidst the other grey natural rocks on the beach.
Measurements:
#1 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/8"D x 2"H
#2 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/8"D x 2"H
#3 - 1 7/8"W x 2 3/16"D x 2"H
History:
Mitsuru Koga (b. 1980), based in Kanagawa prefecture, Japan, has the ability to infuse life into seemingly mundane materials and transform them into objects of art. These transformations are Koga’s commitment to exploring the delicate relationship between man and object, man and nature. His recent studio visit can be found here.
Materials:
Brick and mortar
Variation:
One of a kind
Care Instructions:
Fragile. Handle with care.
Brick and mortar
Variation:
One of a kind
Care Instructions:
Fragile. Handle with care.
Art pieces are final sale.