Memories of Rose and Journey of the Blue

Space Decoration for OYU

This work is inspired by the love story behind the portrait "Marthe de Florian", a work by Giovanni Bellini. The rose-colored arrangement represents her as an actress who lived in Paris during the glamorous pre-war era. The rose represents love. The blue one, on the other hand, represents the strength of a woman wandering through the whirlpool of war, but never despairing and praying for the dawn. The two large curved flowers represent the path to be taken, and the dried blue plant is called the "traveler's tree" and symbolizes the changing times.

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Unique Properties

The work is based on "Ikebana" (Japanese Flower Arrangement), using various materials to express the image of Giovanni's paint. The rose colored vase and flowers show Florian's muslin pink dress as well as the image of the era. A protrusion to the upper left painted white, is a dry plant and meant to symbolize Giovanni's passionate hands. You can see a crystal pearl hanging from it, signifying Florian's tears with emotion. The other piece in blue shows contrasting emotions of despair of war.

Tags

Artistic Decor, Fine Arts, Space Decorations, Flower, Art, Interior Decorations

Production Technology

Composition by Adhesion with Dried Flowers, Artificial Flowers, Glass Vase, Pearl, Metal Chain, Acrylic Board and Metal Wire.

Design Challenge

Mixing various materials and make one piece of art work.

Project Duration

The project started in April 2016 in Tokyo and was exhibited in Flower Art Award In Tokyo Midtown in April 2017

Operation Flow

Display Tips: 1.Overall coloration may fade overtime, therefore avoidance of the direct sun light is advisable. 2. You can arrange them side by side as shown in the photo. Depending on the space available, you may place them apart from each other. It might be interesting to display it with each facing away from the other, back to back in a place like a museum where the audience flow can be dictated. Such flow must allow viewing "La Memoire De La Rose" first , followed by "La Voyage de Bleu".

Research

Researched Italian Impressionism through website and came across the painting of Giovanni Bellini. Impressed by the story behind the art

Inspiration

The inspiration for this art work, consisting of two pieces, comes from the story behind the painting, "Portrait of Marthe de Florian" by Italian painter Giovanni Bellini. The painting had been sleeping for 70 years until it was discovered at Florian's apartment in Paris. This work is an homage to the beautiful memories of Giovanni and his lover Florian. "La Memoire De La Rose " (left) depicts the story of her elegant life in Paris. "La Voyage Bleu" (right) is the image of her life after the war. She lived with dignity.

Image Credits

Image #1: Photographer Endo Yoko, Memories of Rose, 2020. Image #2: Photographer Endo Yoko, Memories of Rose, 2020. Image #3: Photographer Endo Yoko, Memories of Rose, 2020. Image #4: Photographer Endo Yoko, Memories of Rose, 2020. Profile Photography, Masahiro Ikarashi, Hana Makeup, 2017.

Project Overview

Memories of Rose and Journey of the Blue Space Decoration has been a Iron winner in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

Iron Recognition

Oyu was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Memories of Rose and Journey of the Blue Space Decoration.

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