Item Description: Haruyama Fuminori (春山文典) - Cast Bronze Vessel This is a striking cast bronze vessel by distinguished metal sculptor Haruyama Fuminori, a member of the Japan Art Academy. This piece exemplifies the artist's ability to transform architectural landscapes into sculptural forms that evoke the essence of urban geometry and natural terrain. Haruyama Fuminori (1945-) is celebrated as one of the leading figures in contemporary Japanese metal sculpture. Based in his hometown of Obuse, Nagano Prefecture, he has dedicated his career to exploring the expressive possibilities of cast metal, particularly aluminum and bronze, creating works that transform cold, hard materials into forms that evoke both natural and constructed environments. This vessel demonstrates Haruyama's mastery of the ancient chūkin (casting) technique. The piece features an irregular, organic upper edge that suggests a mountainous horizon or urban skyline, contrasted with clean geometric elements including small cubic protrusions that appear to float on the surface, creating a dialogue between order and chaos, nature and architecture. The work showcases characteristic qualities of Haruyama's sculpture: architectural forms that suggest layers of landscape; rich surface textures created through the casting process with contrasting matte and subtle sheen areas; and dimensional elements that create shadow play and visual depth. The piece functions both as a vessel and as a sculptural object, embodying Haruyama's exploration of the boundaries between functional object and pure artistic expression. Size Height: 15 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 5.5 cm Weight: 2,132 g (2.1 kg) Condition Good condition with signs of age appropriate to cast bronze work. Artist Profile Haruyama Fuminori (春山文典, 1945-) Born in 1945 in Obuse, Nagano Prefecture, Haruyama Fuminori has established himself as one of the most important voices in contemporary Japanese metal sculpture. His distinguished career includes: 1969: Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts, Department of Crafts 1971: Completed graduate studies at Tokyo University of the Arts 1980s-1990s: Participated in multiple international metal sculpture exhibitions 1983-present: Served as juror for Japan Contemporary Craft Art Exhibition (14 times) 2019: Appointed member of the Japan Art Academy Recipient of highest awards at both Nitten and Japan Contemporary Craft Art exhibitions Haruyama has developed a unique artistic language through decades of working with metal, particularly aluminum and bronze. His works are characterized by their exploration of natural themes - wind, water, trees, sky - rendered in materials that seem inherently opposed to such organic subjects. Yet through his masterful use of casting techniques, he creates sculptures that possess an unexpected softness and lightness, defying the cold, heavy nature of metal. His work represents a significant contribution to contemporary Japanese metal sculpture, demonstrating how traditional casting techniques can be employed to express thoroughly modern aesthetic concerns. Haruyama has also created numerous public artworks, with several pieces installed throughout Obuse town, where he continues to work and inspire new generations of metal artists. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes 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. I appreciate your cooperation.