TOBIMATSU TOKI, the Japanese porcelain lamp, lights up for the first time in Europe in collaboration with Gärsnäs

During Stockholm Design Week JAPAN FORM presents, for the first time in Europe, the works of Japanese porcelain artist Hirotaka Tobimatsu at the House of Gärsnäs, in collaboration with Gärsnäs furniture. Tobimatsu has established a distinctive style and body of work in porcelain lighting, gaining significant attention as one of today's noteworthy artists in Japan. Working in a small studio in Tokyo, he uses techniques of casting and moulding, and through enhancing the translucent properties of porcelain, he has developed lampshades that emit a unique and delicate light. Inspired by the “milk glass lamps” that were widely used in Japan in the early 20th century, Tobimatsu seeks to honour cultural values while exploring suitable lighting solutions for modern living. Hironori Tsukue, founder of JAPAN FORM, says “Originally from Asia, porcelain spread to Western countries as a luxuryproduct. Here so-called milk glass came to be used as a substitute for the expensive white porcelain, and in the early 20th century, milk glass lampshades became popular in Japan too. It is this tradition that Tobimatsu brilliantly reinvents in his porcelain lampshades. Impressed by how his work and designs transcends eras and continents, I feel an urge to share them more widely, and I am truly honoured to be able to showcase these examples of fine Japanese craftsmanship in the historic architectural space of House of Gärsnäs, alongside the Gärsnäs designs that I greatly admire.”

During the exhibition, more than 30 models will be featured for the first time in Europe. Experience their unique forms, textures and delicate play of light firsthand at the House of Gärsnäs.

5th - 11th february, 2024 during Stockholm Design Week

Måndag – fredag 9.00 – 18.00

Lördag 9.00 –17.00

Söndag 11.00–16.00

House of Gärsnäs showroom

Svensksundsvägen 17 Skeppsholmen, 111 49 Stockholm