Chiaki Kobinata: Black granite art work, 2004. You may not use this photo for commercial purposes. © Photo: Helsinki Art Museum Musta graniittt / Black granite art work Artist Chiaki Kobinata Toini Muonan katu 3, Helsinki The Japanese sculptress, Chiaki Kobinata, studied at the University of Art & Design, Helsinki. The artist made stone sculptures which emulate the Finnish landscape. The one shown has placed in the new residential area of Arabianranta. The shiny and smooth black granite sculpture provides a contrast to the matt, lightly-toned slabs of the yard path – a contrast which is reminiscent of Japanese gardens. The work doesn’t belong to the City of Helsinki’s art collection, which is managed by HAM. Read more.. At map
