Artist: Hiroaki Kaneko
Title: Luxor
Model Code: kee-023r
Type: Oil chamber kaleidoscope
Mirror System: 3-mirror / 8-point design
Materials: Glass, metal, natural stone
Size:
Height: 17.5 cm (6.89 inches)
Base diameter: 5.8 cm (2.28 inches)
Top diameter: 4.2 cm (1.65 inches)
Description:
This kaleidoscope is inspired by the ancient Egyptian city of Luxor and the imagery of discovering hidden treasures within historical ruins.
The wide oil chamber contains natural stones, metallic gold elements, glass, and other reflective materials, designed to evoke the feeling of opening a treasure chest. The internal composition creates dynamic, expanding visual patterns that shift freely in all directions as the object is rotated.
The artwork produces different visual expressions depending on lighting conditions. Under natural light, the materials retain their natural tones, while directed lighting enhances brightness and contrast, revealing more vivid and intricate reflections.
The concept draws inspiration from Luxor, the ancient capital of Thebes, known for archaeological sites such as the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple.
Notes:
Actual colors may vary slightly depending on lighting and display conditions.