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Russo Lee Gallery is pleased to exhibit “Story,” a collection of sculpture by Seattle artist Akio Takamori (1950–2017). As the show title implies, Takamori, working primarily in painted ceramic sculpture, creates the opportunity to find narrative in his creations. The artist is known for redefining figuration in clay, often addressing a search for identity in an increasingly global reality. This exhibition is comprised of both free standing and grouped pieces, including two sets of 18 forms with images of children, each elegant and individual.
Akio Takamori was born and raised in Japan. He …