For me the appeal of Yasuki Hiramatsu’s work lies in the simplicity of his designs combined with the textures he achieves by crushing, folding and hammering the metal.
However, as simple as the geometric forms may appear these are sophisticated and timeless pieces of jewellery in which a great deal of time and effort has been invested in order to accomplish the maker’s intension of realising the strength and beauty of his chosen metal. Rose Watban, National Museums of Scotland, January 2014
Necklace 20ct gold C2006, 135 x 260mm Photography: JoĂŤl Degen 20
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