Aki Rusu & Shinji Ichioka Exhibition
Rusu Aki Ichioka Shinji Metalwork Exhibition
| Exhibition period Schedule |
April 2, 2025 (Wed) – April 7 (Mon) April 2 - April 7, 2025 |
| Gallery opening hours Opening Hours | Open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM [Until 5:00 PM on the final day, April 7th (Monday)] Open every day during the exhibition period. Open daily 11 am to 7 pm except for April 7, when the gallery will close at 5 pm. |
| Exhibiting artist Artist | Aki Rusu Rusu Aki Shinji Ichioka Ichioka Shinji |
| Introduction Introduction |
Aki Rusu 's work defies the notion that iron is hard, instead exploring the various expressions inherent within the material. It was discovered within the iron, and this inspired the development of new forms. The material itself is a layer of molten iron, but welding from the back gives the surface a soft, wet-looking appearance. This "The Tube Element" achieves this by removing the bottom. In particular, the sense of force that seems about to begin moving is captivating.
Shinji Ichioka 's "Nanako Kinrinji" is a thin metal vessel with a nanako pattern stamped onto its surface using a chisel. While it is a work he has created before, its appearance is dignified and full of confidence. A faint bluish tint is cast over the brass base, giving it a profound and elegant feel. This could be considered the masterpiece among Nanako's works to date.
The works of these two artists evolve beyond imagination with each exhibition. This is something that seems likely but is actually quite rare. This is a work that could not have been created without a strong commitment and rigorous approach to production.
Kouichi Mori (art critic) |
| Biography Biography | ▶ Aki Rusu Born in Miyagi Prefecture in 1976. 2003: 11th Japan Contemporary Art Encouragement Award 2007: The Power of Crafts – A Perspective for the 21st Century (Crafts Gallery, The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) 2016: 2nd Kikuchi Kanjitsu Prize (Tomo Museum of Art), 27th Takashimaya Art Prize 2017 34th Tamsui Okina Award Grand Prize Currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Crafts at Tama Art University. ▶ Shinji Ichioka Born in Hiroshima Prefecture in 1976. Completed graduate studies in Fine Arts at Tama Art University in 2002. I create metalwork in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. |
| Artist in the gallery day Date Artist in Gallery | Aki Rusu : April 2nd (Wednesday), 7th (Monday) Shinji Ichioka : Scheduled to be present at the gallery every day during the exhibition period. |
| Exhibited works Exhibited Works | Aki Rusu : Objects, small plates, flower vases, hanging flower vases, water containers (repurposed), etc. Shinji Ichioka : Tea utensils, buckets, small containers, sake cups, sake cups, water droppers, etc. |
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| Video of the exhibition Exhibition Scenery Video | |
| Exhibition view photographs Exhibition Scenery Photo | 
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| Exhibition history at our gallery Exhibition Archives |
April 23, 2022 (Sat) – April 29 (Fri)
April 22, 2020 (Wed) – May 7 (Thu)
April 15, 2017 (Sat) – April 21 (Fri)
April 15, 2014 (Tue) – April 21 (Mon)
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| Main exhibited works Main Exhibited Works |
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No.1
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | The tube element |
| price | 300,000 yen (excluding tax) (330,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 18.6 × D 11.4 × H 19.6 (㎝) |
No.2Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Uozuko Konrinji Temple |
| price | 80,000 yen (excluding tax) (88,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 7.9 × D 7.7 × H 9.2 (㎝) |
No.3Sold Out
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | [Left] Corrosion object [Right] Corrosion object |
| price | Each item is 30,000 yen (excluding tax) (33,000 yen including tax). |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | [Left] Φ 13.0 × H 2.1 (cm) [Right] Φ 13.3 × H 2.3 (cm) |
No.4Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | copper cylinder |
| price | 45,000 yen (excluding tax) (49,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 5.3 × H 10.9 (㎝) |
No.5
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Crawling Qualia |
| price | 200,000 yen (excluding tax) (220,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 30.0 × D 15.4 × H 22.0 (㎝) |
No.6Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Mimicry - Tea Caddy |
| price | 70,000 yen (excluding tax) (77,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 6.1 × H 7.6 (㎝) |
No.7Sold Out
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Tetsuhachi |
| price | 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 14.3 × D 14.1 × H 8.5 (㎝) |
No.8Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Akaboke (sacred water bucket) |
| price | 50,000 yen (excluding tax) (55,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 11.0 × D 10.1 × H 15.3 (㎝) |
No.9
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Like paper, like a dry leaf, like iron - Questions about qualia |
| price | 600,000 yen (excluding tax) (660,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 20.6 × D 15.7 × H 53.5 (㎝) |
No.10Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Brass cylinder |
| price | 28,000 yen (excluding tax) (30,800 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 3.9 × H 8.8 (㎝) |
No.11
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | [Left] Eclipse [Right] Tetsuhachi [Sold] |
| price | [Left] 22,000 yen (excluding tax) (24,200 yen including tax) [Right] 16,500 yen (excluding tax) (18,150 yen including tax) |
| box | No box |
| size | [Left] Φ 13.2 × H 1.9 (cm) [Right] Φ 12.8 × H 1.8 (cm) |
No.12Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Convex tea set |
| price | 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 6.8 × D 6.9 × H 6.2 (㎝) |
No.13
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Peeling and Charmant |
| price | 130,000 yen (excluding tax) (143,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 11.0 × D 8.6 × H 11.6 (㎝) |
No.14Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Brass cylinder |
| price | 45,000 yen (excluding tax) (49,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 5.3 × H 10.4 (㎝) |
No.15Sold Out
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Molten patterns and flower vases |
| price | 65,000 yen (excluding tax) (71,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | [Main unit] W 11.4 × D 10.3 × H 11.2 (cm) [Drop-in] Φ 3.8 × H 7.4 (cm) |
No.16Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Smooth elliptical cylinder |
| price | 45,000 yen (excluding tax) (49,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 10.4 × D 7.0 × H 13.2 (㎝) |
No.17
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Steel and Emotions - Corrosion |
| price | 140,000 yen (excluding tax) (154,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 13.7 × D 3.4 × H 47.2 (㎝) |
No.18Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | copper cylinder |
| price | 45,000 yen (excluding tax) (49,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 5.3 × H 10.1 (㎝) |
No.19Sold Out
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | [Top] Small steamed bun (with brass inlay) [Bottom] SPC planet |
| price | [Top] 20,000 yen (excluding tax) (22,000 yen including tax) [Bottom] 70,000 yen (excluding tax) (77,000 yen including tax) |
| box | [Top] No box [Below] Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | [Top] Φ 4.9 × H 3.1 (cm) [Bottom] W 33.4 × D 11.8 × H 7.5 (cm) |
No.20Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | La tea ware |
| price | 70,000 yen (excluding tax) (77,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 5.0 × D 5.2 × H 7.2 (㎝) |
No.21Sold Out
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | Depth of Fusion |
| price | 100,000 yen (excluding tax) (110,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 9.0 × D 7.3 × H 9.0 (㎝) |
No.22Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | Slip-carved tea utensils |
| price | 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 5.3 × H 6.8 (㎝) |
No.23
| Author name | Aki Rusu |
| Work name | [Left] Canope Corrosion [Sold] [Right] Canope Corrosion |
| price | [Left] 30,000 yen (excluding tax) (33,000 yen including tax) [Right] 40,000 yen (excluding tax) (44,000 yen including tax) |
| box | No box |
| size | [Left] W 6.7 × D 2.7 × H 3.0 (cm) [Right] W 4.6 × D 1.3 × H 11.6 (cm) |
No.24Sold Out
| Author name | Shinji Ichioka |
| Work name | [Left] Hogin sake cup [Right] Tonko Silver Sake Cup |
| price | Each item is 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax). |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | [Left] Φ 7.5 × H 3.0 (cm) [Right] Φ 4.8 × H 5.1 (cm) |
No.25
| Author name | [Left] Shinji Ichioka [Right] Aki Rusu |
| Work name | [Left] Fish roe container [Sold] [Right] Canope Corrosion |
| price | [Left] 33,000 yen (excluding tax) (36,300 yen including tax) [Right] 55,000 yen (excluding tax) (60,500 yen including tax) |
| box | [Left] Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) [Right] No box |
| size | [Left] Φ 4.1 × H 3.9 (cm) [Right] W 7.2 × D 4.5 × H 12.2 (cm) |
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