SHINRA | By Atsuhiko Misawa

A single tree rooted in the earth forms a forest through a chain of trees. “Shinra” was created by sawing small trees that inhabit the forest and carving out the accumulated mass. When placed in a space, the fragrance of the forest fills the air. Please feel the connection and oneness with the forest by touching and sitting on the bark of the tree.
Atsuhiko Misawa.

Series: Shinra

Sculptor

Atsuhiko Misawa (1961-), one of the leading sculptors in Japan, has been working on his signature series “Animals” since 2000. Using camphor wood, he carves life-size figures of various animals and paints them, giving his wood sculptures an overwhelming presence that has captured the hearts of a wide range of viewers. His motifs range from familiar animals to imaginary creatures, and he continues to pursue a unique reality that differs from realism.