The second collaboration piece with Fukuoka-based contemporary artist Backside works., "Rikyu -RIKYU- Wrapped in Bloom | Sun (White Glaze)" and "Rikyu -RIKYU- Wrapped in Bloom | Moon (Black Glaze)", will be on sale from November 2nd (Sat) to November 4th (Mon), 2024 at "SYNDICATE", a joint sales event based on a cartel of art and plants, to be held at Keishun-in, a subtemple of Myoshinji Zen temple in Kyoto.
Contemporary artist "Backside works."
A contemporary artist currently active in the field of mixed subculture art. His work is based on street culture and subculture. He began his activities in Fukuoka in earnest around 2017, and has gained popularity through guerrilla-style work presentations and collaborations with companies and shops.
She creates mixed media contemporary art and portrays heroines, using everything from paint on canvas, silkscreen printing, giclee, and stickers to bring her imaginary heroines to life on canvas.
The concept is "heroine."
I don't just want to draw cute, fashionable girls. I want to draw "heroines" who see the viewer as the "protagonist" and who build the story together with the protagonist. That's the belief I have when I draw.
They also produce "VALIANT GALLERY.Bar," which combines a contemporary art gallery and a standing bar.
Backside works.×QUTOTEN. 2nd collaboration work
This collaborative piece will also be available in two colors: "Rikyu -RIKYU- Wrapped in Manners | Sun (White Glaze)" and "Rikyu -RIKYU- Wrapped in Manners | Moon (Black Glaze)."
Only 100 of each type (with serial number) will be sold. Sales will be on a "first come, first served" basis, and purchases are limited to one of each type per person.
The products will go on sale at the art and plant event "SYNDICATE," which will be held at Keishun-in, a subtemple of Myoshinji Temple in Kyoto, from Saturday, November 2nd to Monday, November 4th, 2024, and will also be available for online purchase at a later date.
■ Concept
"Girls in a good mood"
Like colorful flowers blooming in full glory, the innocent and pure foursome wears a veil of invincibility.
A curious gaze, unpredictable gestures, and a smile that sparkles with the blessing of the light.
When in a good mood, they are able to involve the entire environment around them and create an unconditionally positive world line.
■RIKYU ｜Yang (white glaze)
Price: 22,000 yen (tax included) Quantity: Limited to 100 units *Comes with collaboration sticker
■Rikyu -RIKYU- Wrapped in bloom｜Moon (black glaze)
Price: 22,000 yen (tax included)
Quantity: Limited to 100
*Comes with collaboration sticker
■Backside works. Collaboration sticker
If you purchase a collaboration item, you will receive a collaboration sticker as a novelty.
