Hiroyuki Nishimura uses reclaimed wood and scavenged materials to produce outwardly sculptural, provocative furniture and decor. Harvesting felled and abandoned trees from the Shonan and Izu Peninsula areas of Japan, Nishimura chooses to work in the medium that speaks to him.
While much of the wood Nishimura reclaims is largely deemed unsuitable for conventional furniture or for any other building projects, his proficiency with sculpture proves otherwise, with the artist-designer bringing new life to the material and creating interesting bookcases, side tables and magazine racks through hand-carving techniques and the occasional use of a chainsaw. Nishimura works with the shape of any given fallen tree — he rarely works against the natural form of his chosen material — and creates works that hold a primal appeal and often resemble ancient totemic artifacts.
Born in Osaka, Japan, Nishimura attended the Tokyo University of the Arts in 1986. After graduating, he began working as a prep school teacher, while also pursuing his love of art through sculpting wood. In 2008, Nishimura opened his own studio Zougei Inc.
Nishimura has won several awards and performed many solo exhibitions throughout his career. His numerous accolades include the Silver Award at the 8th Kajima Sculpture Competition in 2004 and the Grand Prize Award at the 10th Oita Asian Sculpture Exhibition in 2010. His many exhibitions include solo shows at the Sekiguchi Art Museum in Tokyo and the GEM Art Gallery of Tokyo.
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Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural Shelf Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shelf by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Now we have three pieces in stock. Due to artist style, each piece is a little different size, please contact us for more information. This work is carv...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Tribal Style shelf 7
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Monitor Tower Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: white oak This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are ...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Broad Bean Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Broad Bean Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Masouleh Tower02 Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masouleh Tower 02 Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his work...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Masouleh Tower3 Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masouleh Tower 3 Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are ...
Wood
$3,100 / item
H 9 in W 36 in D 10 in
Contemporary Minimal Sculptural Metal Black Corner Shelf, USA, in Stock
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary sculptural single metal minimal corner shelf is perfect for any space be it a living room, office, or bathroom. In stock: These Minimalist shelves, whether insta...
Steel
Signed Modern Abstract Constructivist Styled Wooden Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This contemporary abstract wooden sculpture was done by Czeslaw Budny a Polish-Canadian artist in the constructivist style in circa 2010. This sculpture was made entirely of up-cycle...
Wood
Vintage French Revolving Library Shelf
Located in Hellerup, DK
Elegant vintage French revolving book shelf - it also has small wheels mounted underneath. The mahogany book shelf is made by Em. Terquem who specialized in furniture for libraries.
Mahogany
$830 / item
H 36.62 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a...
Metal
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 50.75 in W 42.5 in D 12 in
Danish Modern Ten Shelf Rosewood Bookcase in the Style of Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant Danish modern ten shelf rosewood bookcase in the style of Poul Hundevad, circa 1960's. The bookcase is in very good vintage condition, has a gorgeous rosewood grain and beveled edged adjustable shelves. The piece measures 42.5"W x 12"D x 50.75"H and would be a great addition to any MCM office...
Rosewood
Sculptural Kukkii Shelf in Walnut by Antrei Hartikainen
By Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Kukkii (blooms) is a unique collection of slender-stemmed, wooden flowers and plants which, variously grouped, capture the moment of calm and freedom sometimes experienced in nature....
Walnut
$692 / item
H 15.75 in W 29.53 in D 3.94 in
Sculptural Kukkii Shelf in Black Stained Oak by Antrei Hartikainen
By Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Kukkii (blooms) is a unique collection of slender-stemmed, wooden flowers and plants which, variously grouped, capture the moment of calm and freedom sometimes experienced in nature....
Oak
$1,800
H 35.5 in W 33 in D 10.5 in
Postmodern American Studio Craft Sculptural Wood Display Console Shelf 1990s
Located in Troy, MI
American studio craft sculptural shelf or console table circa 1990s Unique Memphis inspired step design executed in ash and walnut with dovetail joinery and lower wave stretcher So...
Wood
Vintage Clear Rock Crystal Quartz Tower / Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Admired since ancient times, clear rock crystal quartz is prized for its extraordinary natural design and beauty. This vintage 1970s tower is polished and presented in a wonderful to...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
French Directoire Style Steel Bookcase
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century steel and brass bookcase / etagere with 4 glass shelves and medallions in the center of \"X\" designs on 3 sides (Manner of JANSEN)
Brass
Swedish Style Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th century Swedish style breakfront pine bookcase with reeded diamonds to the door. 1890. Centre shelf depth: 12-inches (30cm) Wings: 9.5-inches (24cm) Internal reference...
Pine
Sculptural Kukkii Shelf in Walnut by Antrei Hartikainen
By Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Fiskars, FI
Kukkii (blooms) is a unique collection of slender-stemmed, wooden flowers and plants which, variously grouped, capture the moment of calm and freedom sometimes experienced in nature....
Walnut
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H 62.21 in W 10.24 in D 11.03 in
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Masouleh Tower Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Masouleh Tower Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works a...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura / Sculptural Shelf, Stool11, and stool23.
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shelf by Hiroyuki Nishimura.
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Shelf 6
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This way, that way, this way. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Pine This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Shelf Sculpture 15
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Climb Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Cherry This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anything, thes...
Wood
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H 81.11 in W 18.51 in D 13.39 in
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture3 Abstract Style Wild Nature Glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Televisole Tower Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use an...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Shelf 4
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Late Autumn Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material cherry This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anything...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 10 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Mr. Tower 3 Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material cherry This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use anything...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 8 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This way, that way, this way Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material Quercus Acutissima This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his wor...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 6 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Against Mt.Rokko. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material cherry. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use a...
Cherry
Hiroyuki Nishimura sculpture Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This way, that way. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material oak. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Oak