Möbius
#24
Artists: Akiko Kurihara, Misato Seki
Location: Micheko Galerie
Theresienstrasse 18, Munich
Opening 11.03.2015 18:30 – 19:00 with performance by Japanese drummer group TAMPOPO
11.03.2015 - 21.03.2015
11:00 - 20:00, Sat (21.03.2015) 11:00 – 15:00
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The Möbius strip or Möbius band is a surface with only one side and only one boundary component. The Möbius strip has the mathematical property of being non-orientable. It can be realized as a ruled surface. It was discovered independently by the German mathematicians August Ferdinand Möbius and Johann Benedict Listing in 1858 (source: Wikipedia). A model can easily be created by taking a paper strip and giving it a half-twist, and then joining the ends of the strip together to form a loop. There is no differentiation between upper and lower surface and there is no beginning nor an end to it.
Over time the Möbius strip has evolved from its mathematical origin. Its concept is being applied for industrial purposes, in the design and art world. One could say that the Möbius strip has enmeshed our lives.
For this year’s JEWELLERY WEEK at Micheko Gallery we have chosen the Möbius strip as a theme for jewellery artists Akiko Kurihara and Misato Seki.
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Misato Seki, Lotus, 2014, ring, 60 x 60 x 60 mm, Japanese lacquer (urushi), linen, Japanese paper (washi), gold, silver, wood. The meaning of the Möbius strip is repetition, circulation and endlessness. Misato Seki’s approach to these meanings is through the Buddhist concept of reincarnation. The holy lotus flower is a symbol of reincarnation, hence of an (almost) endless circulation of life, until Nirwana is reached.
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Misato Seki, Drop, 2014, earring, 90 x 90 x 20 mm, Japanese lacquer (urushi), linen, Japanese paper (washi), gold, copper, mother of pearl
The Möbius strip is aesthetically attractive, highly functional and is open to many different interpretations. It has influenced many designers and artists all over the world again and again and has generated a large variety of objects and works of art.
The new jewellery art that has been created by Akiko Kurihara and Misato Seki does not directly adopt the form of the Möbius band. The artists have created works that connect with the concept of the Möbius strip.
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Akiko Kurihara, Beer, necklace, 18K gold, silver925, glass, ø 8 x H15 mm glass
The Gallery can say with confidence that this year’s „Möbius“ exhibition will be worthwile your visit.
For the opening on 11th March, 2015 they have invited Japanese drummer group TAMPOPO who will perform from 18:30h till 19:00h. Don't miss the show.
Ms Kurihara and Ms Seki will of course be present.
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Bomb, earring, 18K gold, silver925, ø 11mm
www.micheko.com
The Möbius strip or Möbius band is a surface with only one side and only one boundary component. The Möbius strip has the mathematical property of being non-orientable. It can be realized as a ruled surface. It was discovered independently by the German mathematicians August Ferdinand Möbius and Johann Benedict Listing in 1858 (source: Wikipedia). A model can easily be created by taking a paper strip and giving it a half-twist, and then joining the ends of the strip together to form a loop. There is no differentiation between upper and lower surface and there is no beginning nor an end to it.
Over time the Möbius strip has evolved from its mathematical origin. Its concept is being applied for industrial purposes, in the design and art world. One could say that the Möbius strip has enmeshed our lives.
For this year’s JEWELLERY WEEK at Micheko Gallery we have chosen the Möbius strip as a theme for jewellery artists Akiko Kurihara and Misato Seki.
Misato Seki, Lotus, 2014, ring, 60 x 60 x 60 mm, Japanese lacquer (urushi), linen, Japanese paper (washi), gold, silver, wood. The meaning of the Möbius strip is repetition, circulation and endlessness. Misato Seki’s approach to these meanings is through the Buddhist concept of reincarnation. The holy lotus flower is a symbol of reincarnation, hence of an (almost) endless circulation of life, until Nirwana is reached.
Misato Seki, Drop, 2014, earring, 90 x 90 x 20 mm, Japanese lacquer (urushi), linen, Japanese paper (washi), gold, copper, mother of pearl
The Möbius strip is aesthetically attractive, highly functional and is open to many different interpretations. It has influenced many designers and artists all over the world again and again and has generated a large variety of objects and works of art.
The new jewellery art that has been created by Akiko Kurihara and Misato Seki does not directly adopt the form of the Möbius band. The artists have created works that connect with the concept of the Möbius strip.
Akiko Kurihara, Beer, necklace, 18K gold, silver925, glass, ø 8 x H15 mm glass
The Gallery can say with confidence that this year’s „Möbius“ exhibition will be worthwile your visit.
For the opening on 11th March, 2015 they have invited Japanese drummer group TAMPOPO who will perform from 18:30h till 19:00h. Don't miss the show.
Ms Kurihara and Ms Seki will of course be present.
Bomb, earring, 18K gold, silver925, ø 11mm
www.micheko.com