{"product_id":"ayako-hirogaki-ribbon-a-mystical-glass-rod-sculpture-blurring-the-boundary-of-space-sold","title":"Ayako Hirogaki — \"Ribbon\" — A Mystical Glass Rod Sculpture Blurring the Boundary of Space (Sold)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis piece has found its home.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is kept here as a record of what has passed through our hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAyako Hirogaki (1984-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ribbon\" — Glass Rod \/ Mixed Media Object Year of Creation: 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mesmerizing glass art object \"Ribbon\" was created in 2019 by Ayako Hirogaki, one of Japan's most celebrated contemporary glass artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is characterized by its distinctive use of densely clustered slender glass rods, which blur the boundary between object and surrounding space, creating an almost otherworldly visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clustering of fine glass rods forms a rhythmic, ribbon-like structure that seems to flow and undulate, inviting the viewer to explore it from multiple angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach viewpoint reveals a new interplay of light, shadow, and transparency — a hallmark of Hirogaki's artistic vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece comes in its original box (paper case, with some age-related wear).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work represents a rare opportunity to acquire a piece by an internationally acclaimed Japanese glass artist who continues to push the boundaries of contemporary glass art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 25 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 14 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 13.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is in good overall condition with minor age-related surface wear; no significant damage or prominent scratches are noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist Profile Ayako Hirogaki (1984-) was born in Nara Prefecture, Japan. She studied at the Tanimachi Glass Hono Studio in Osaka (2003–2009), followed by the Tokyo Glass Art Institute (2010) and the Toyama City Institute of Glass Art (2012). She served as a blowing glass assistant and part-time lecturer at the Tokyo Glass Art Institute between 2013 and 2019.\u003cbr\u003eHirogaki's work is distinctive for its use of densely arranged thin glass rods that dissolve the boundary between object and space. Her sculptures evoke both organic forms and scientific imagery, creating an immersive tension between material and void.\u003cbr\u003eShe has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Grand Prize at the International Exhibition of Glass Kanazawa 2016 and the Excellence Award at the 7th Contemporary Glass Exhibition in Sanyoonoda (2018). Her work was selected for the cover of the 2024 publication Postwar Japanese Contemporary Glass History. She continues to exhibit internationally and is regarded as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary Japanese glass art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOITICE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.\u003cbr\u003eIt takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.\u003cbr\u003eImport duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.\u003cbr\u003eThese charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI appreciate your cooperation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold — no longer available.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ayako Hirogaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49037025116395,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/4757\/3995\/files\/01_jpg_969f1d3d-a99f-437c-90d3-837a70eb3484.jpg?v=1783695654","url":"https:\/\/sumo-fujiyama.com\/products\/ayako-hirogaki-ribbon-a-mystical-glass-rod-sculpture-blurring-the-boundary-of-space-sold","provider":"Sumo Fujiyama","version":"1.0","type":"link"}