Chichinmuimui’s work explores the aesthetic philosophy of “shu-ha-ri,” the three stages of mastery, brought to life on the canvas of gourds. The large gourd symbolizes “守” (shu: preservation), representing the stage of mastering the basics and forms, and is designed to resemble a sumo wrestler in a crouched stance. The small gourd represents “破” (ha: breaking away), symbolizing the stage of breaking free from established forms and evolving, expressed through an original spiral design inspired by the concept of rotation. Though distinct in form, the two gourds remain united by a shared theme, creating new value as upcycled art.
※Please note that the actual colors may vary from the images. ※Since the art is made from recycled materials, there may be scratches and stains.
