Of Shadows by Fumiko Gotô
Published: 17.03.2025
Grand Prix - Award of the Mayor of the City of Gdansk at Gdansk International Fair Co.
Of Shadows
In his essay “In Praise of Shadows” (1933), Jun’ichiro Tanizaki illustrates the relationship between sensory perceptions, portraying the traditional Japanese sweet Yôkan to reveal how ambient darkness can enhance its savoury experiences. Inspired by this remark, I have created a work on the relationship between light and shadow.
This piece, which visually evokes the appearance of Yôkan, employs amber and buffalo horn. These organic materials symbolise the symbiotic relationship between Flora and Fauna, reflecting the harmony inherent in interconnected nature.
The inspiration from traditional Japanese sweets is integral to my creative journey. Drawing from their aesthetics, I began creating art jewellery after over three decades of practising architecture and design, merging these disciplines into a tactile and wearable form of art.
Fumiko Gotô, 2025
Of Shadows
In his essay “In Praise of Shadows” (1933), Jun’ichiro Tanizaki illustrates the relationship between sensory perceptions, portraying the traditional Japanese sweet Yôkan to reveal how ambient darkness can enhance its savoury experiences. Inspired by this remark, I have created a work on the relationship between light and shadow.
This piece, which visually evokes the appearance of Yôkan, employs amber and buffalo horn. These organic materials symbolise the symbiotic relationship between Flora and Fauna, reflecting the harmony inherent in interconnected nature.
The inspiration from traditional Japanese sweets is integral to my creative journey. Drawing from their aesthetics, I began creating art jewellery after over three decades of practising architecture and design, merging these disciplines into a tactile and wearable form of art.
Fumiko Gotô, 2025
Fumiko Gotô
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Of Shadows
2025
Pressed natural amber, buffalo horn, silver.925
4,4 cm x 2,3 cm x 3 cm
Unique piece
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Of Shadows
2025
Pressed natural amber, buffalo horn, silver.925
4,4 cm x 2,3 cm x 3 cm
Unique piece
- Awarded:
- Amberif Design Award 2025
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