Erskine, Hall & Coe are delighted to announce absence, presence, our third solo exhibition of new work by acclaimed Japanese artist, Genta Ishizuka. The show will comprise twenty-one pieces in lacquer and will run from 1 – 23 May.

Looking ahead to the exhibition, Ishizuka writes:

In my studio, I have spent my days immersed in my work, amidst a whirlwind of inner thoughts—my thoughts towards the pieces, my struggles, my deliberations, my frustrations and my understanding of the materials. In London, however, with the distance from my studio, the works feel as though they exist entirely outside of me. This is both an experience of encountering my own work anew and a time to re-examine my perspectives to date.

Coinciding with Genta Ishizuka's exhibition:

The Victoria and Albert Museum will be holding an exhibition, Urushi Now: Contemporary Japanese Lacquer, opening in their Toshiba Gallery of Japanese Art on 30 April. Celebrating the Gallery’s 40th anniversary, the exhibition highlights the richness and diversity of contemporary Japanese lacquer art, featuring works by over 40 living artists. A beautiful piece by Ishizuka will be included within this exhibition.

We are pleased to be working once again with ARTCOURT Gallery to realise this exhibition.

If you wish to register your interest, please email the gallery.