“For me it is the direct contact of artist to material which is original, and it is the earth and his contact to it which will free him of the artificiality of the present and his dependence on industrial products.”
Quote by Isamu Noguchi
Work
The Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum
This book explores the Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum, a space dedicated to the work of the renowned sculptor and designer. It delves into the museum's architecture, the sculptures and installations by Noguchi, and the cultural significance of the site. more
Author
Isamu Noguchi
Isamu Noguchi was a distinguished Japanese-American artist recognized for his significant contributions to sculpture, landscape architecture, and stage design. Born on November 17, 1904, in Los Angeles, California, Noguchi's early years in Japan profoundly shaped his artistic sensibilities. His unique fusion of Eastern and Western aesthetics resulted in a body of work that is celebrated for its simplicity and grace. Noguchi's sculptures have been showcased in numerous exhibitions globally, and his career has been honored with numerous accolades. more