[Metal Art] Yoshiro IWAISAKO "The Cornered Mouse － Kabuto"

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A small mouse sculpture by Yoshiro IWAISAKO, featuring a Kabuto (traditional samurai helmet), is now available.

Artist:
Yoshiro IWAISAKO
Materials:
Tin / Brass / Copper
Size:
H 5.0 × W 3.0 × D 4.0 cm
Artist's Signature:
Engraved on the bottom of the piece.
Accessories:
Comes with a box featuring a signed certificate sticker.

※ This artwork is an original, one-of-a-kind piece by Yoshiro IWAISAKO.
※ Although multiple similar works have been created, each piece is entirely handmade and therefore may vary slightly in appearance.
※ Please refer to the images shown for the actual item available for sale.
※ The item for sale is the mouse wearing a Kabuto (traditional samurai helmet) shown in the foreground of the first image.

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This small metal artwork by contemporary sculptor Yoshiro Iwaisako features a mouse (hamster) as its motif.

A creature that would ordinary flee is transformed through the simple act of wearing a Kabuto (traditional samurai helmet).
With this symbolic armor, the tiny figure finds the courage to face any adversary—ready to confront what lies ahead.

The helmet, uniquely designed with mouse-like ears, appears as if crafted specifically for the creature itself.
Wearing it, the small warrior sets out for battle.

Part of Iwaisako's acclaimed series, these works depicts animals―typically cherished for their gentleness―reimagined through the visual language of the samurai. By donning helmets and armor, they embody quiet determination and the will to face their own natural enemies. The series resonates as a metaphor for human resilience, encouraging viewers to take on challenges with  courage in their own way.

Despite its compact scale, the piece carries a strong presence.
It offers a refined addition to a contemporary interior, as well as a distinctive work within a curated art collection.

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Yoshiro IWAISAKO

Born in Kagoshima Prefecture (1975-)
Completed Master's Program in Metal Carving, Craft Department, Tokyo University of the Arts (2003)
Part-time lecturer at Yamawaki Art College (current)

[Major Awards]
Maebashi Art Competition live 2008 Bronze Award (2008)
Tansui-o Award (2015)

[Major Exhibitions]
Art Fair Tokyo
ART TAIPEI
ART FAIR PHILIPPINES
Numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries nationwide and major department stores.

[Recent Exhibitions]
Yoshiro IWAISAKO Solo Exhibition (Palace Hotel Tokyo ASAHIDO GALLERY / 2023)
Saco Art Selection (Ginza Mitsukoshi / 2023)
A Certain Fantasy World (Isetan Urawa Store / 2023)
Artful Bird Encyclopedia (Hanshin Department Store Umeda Main Store / 2024)
2024 Taiwan Creative  Expo (Taiwan / 2024)
[Special Exhibition] Yoshiro IWAISAKO Exhibition (Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store / 2025)
2025 Taiwan Creative Expo (Taiwan / 2025)
Art Fair Philippines 2026 (Manila / 2026)