Yunoki Samiro's 100 Years: Trajectory of Creation by Seigensha documents the complete artistic journey of dyer, educator, and artist Yunoki Samiro through a comprehensive exhibition catalogue covering his century-long career. Edited by the Joshibi University of Art and Design Yunoki Samiro Exhibition Executive Committee, this volume features approximately 150 works spanning from the 1950s to the 2020s, including stencil dyeing, glass paintings, book design, artwork for Ace Hotel Kyoto, and collaborative products with IDEE.
Born in Tokyo in 1922, Yunoki Samiro entered the path of dyeing through his encounter with Yanagi Muneyoshi's Mingei movement and Serizawa Keisuke's calendar. While teaching at Joshibi University of Art and Design, he created works across multiple mediums and explored the fusion of traditional craft with modern artistic expression.
Born in Tokyo in 1922, Yunoki Samiro entered the path of dyeing through his encounter with Yanagi Muneyoshi's Mingei movement and Serizawa Keisuke's calendar. While teaching at Joshibi University of Art and Design, he created works across multiple mediums and explored the fusion of traditional craft with modern artistic expression.
Key Features
- Comprehensive career overview: Covers 100 years of Yunoki Samiro's artistic life and creative output.
- 150 featured works: Spans dyeing, stencil dyeing, glass paintings, book design, and collaborative projects.
- Multifaceted perspective: Explores Yunoki as dyer, craftsman, educator, designer, artist, and expressionist.
- Recent works included: Features 2020 Ace Hotel Kyoto artwork and latest IDEE collaborations.
- A5 paperback format: 224 pages documenting characteristic themes and creative process.
- Exhibition catalogue: Edited by Joshibi University of Art and Design Yunoki Samiro Exhibition Executive Committee.
| Format | A5 / Paperback |
|---|---|
| Pages | 224 pages |
| Editor | Joshibi University of Art and Design Yunoki Samiro Exhibition Executive Committee |
| Made in | Japan |
