Yuko Mohri, a talented Japanese sculptor known for her captivating assemblages of fruits and various found objects, has recently earned the prestigious Calder Prize, which includes a $50,000 award. This honor is granted by the foundation of the renowned artist Alexander Calder.
Before her international acclaim, Mohri established a significant presence in Japan, showcasing her work at the 2024 Venice Biennale. Her installation at the Japanese Pavilion exemplified her unique maximalist style, which often incorporates diverse materials such as furniture, wiring, lighting, and even food, creating immersive environments that frequently produce sound.
Her Venice exhibit received widespread acclaim and has led to numerous international exhibitions, including a major show at the Pirelli HangarBicocca in Milan, which is set to continue at the Centro Botín in March. Additionally, she has upcoming exhibitions planned at the Bass Museum in Miami and the Barbican Centre in London, with her first U.S. solo show opening this month at Tanya Bonakdar Gallery in New York.
Thanks to the Calder Prize, Mohri will also have the opportunity to participate in a residency at the Atelier Calder in Saché, France. Alexander S. C. Rower, president of the Calder Foundation, praised Mohri's work, stating, "Her art is both enigmatic and inviting, engaging viewers with experiences shaped by various elements like time, space, and unseen forces such as gravity and light. While there are parallels to my grandfather's creations, Yuko's distinct aesthetic voice is compelling, and I eagerly anticipate her future contributions to the art world."
