Selections from the Photographic Archive of Kosen Ohtsubo, Presented by Christian Kōun Alborz Oldham, and in cooperation with Kosen Ohtsubo, Ryusei-ha, and Empty Gallery

Kosen Ohtsubo is considered to be one of the most significant living practitioners of the art form of ikebana. While formally trained in electrical engineering from Tokyo Denki University, Ohtsubo rose to prominence in the world of ikebana due to his use of readily available materials such as vegetables and refuse. For decades, he served as the Headmaster’s Advisory Instructor of the Ryusei Ikebana School, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and has presented his work and demonstrations of ikebana technique in such countries as India, Hong Kong, Spain, The Netherlands, England, Korea, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and the United States. Ohtsubo has had two major publications printed in 1981 and 1995.

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Device is pleased to produce and offer distribution of an open edition of prints following the ongoing exhibition series showcasing the work of Kosen Ohtsubo presented by Christian Kōun Alborz Oldham. These prints offered by Device are distinct editions separate from those featured in the exhibitions, with pricing meant to make these works more accessible to a wider audience. Net profits for the sale of each print are split with a dominant share going directly to Kosen Ohtsubo and, in some circumstances, the Ryusei-ha, for their hands in the making of the works and photographed documentation. The remaining percentage is split between Christian Kōun Alborz Oldham and Device for their shared labor in scanning, printing, and shipping the prints. Those interested are invited to navigate to each series' exhibition website documentation for more information concerning this project. Photos are printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (252 gsm) with dimensions of 17" x 22" except where otherwise noted.