Migration of a Cycad

2015

An action of reversing colonial desire today. Cycad palm trees were carried from the Ryūkyū Kingdom to Shikoku Island by members of the Satsuma Domain circa 18th century. For this work, the artist carried a pine tree sapling by boat in reverse from Takamatsu to the island of Tokunoshima and presented as a gift to a relative who added it to his domestic garden.

Migration of a Cycad Tree

Handmade walnut ink on paper
76×56 cm
2015

Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha: 18-23 September 2015

Digital inkjet prints, floor
Dimensions variable
2015

Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha: 18-23 September 2015

Digital inkjet prints, floor
Dimensions variable (detail)
2015

Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha: 18-23 September 2015

Digital inkjet prints, floor
Installation view
2015

Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha: 18-23 September 2015

Digital inkjet prints, floor
Dimensions variable (detail)
2015

Migration of a Cycad & Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha:
18-23 September 2015

Handmade walnut ink on paper, digital inkjet prints, floor
76×56 cm, dimensions variable (detail)
2015

Migration of a Cycad
2015

Handmade walnut ink on paper
76×56 cm

Boat Journey from Takamatsu to Naha: 18-23 September 2015

Digital inkjet prints, floor
Dimensions variable (detail)
2015