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The Man Who Keeps Reading | Japanese Granite Sculpture
The Man Who Keeps Reading | Japanese Granite Sculpture
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At a Glance
In stock. This listing is for the exact item shown in the photos. Please review the pictures carefully for details and condition.
Condition: New, unused item made in 2020.
This The Man Who Keeps Reading stone sculpture is made from Hanazawa Stone, a granite from Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It shows a simple human figure lying down and reading a book.
The form is intentionally minimal, with a round head, low body, and book-shaped front section. Instead of detailed facial features, the piece expresses quiet focus, reading, and stillness through its posture and natural stone texture.
Specs
| Item | The Man Who Keeps Reading |
|---|---|
| Stone | Hanazawa Stone from Toyota City, Aichi, Japan (Granite) |
| Material | Natural granite, hand-carved |
| Finish | Natural stone finish |
| Style | Japanese stone sculpture of a reading figure |
| Structure | Single-piece stone carving |
| Placement | Suitable for indoor and outdoor placement |
| Shipping | Air shipping from Japan with tracking (UPS / DHL) |
| Brand | Tomatsu |
| Year Made | 2020 |
| Condition | New, unused item |
About Size
| Height | 3.35 in / 8.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Width | 5.51 in / 14 cm |
| Depth | 2.56 in / 6.5 cm |
| Weight | 2.26 lb / 1.023 kg |
About the Work
This small stone figure represents a man reading a book. The round head, reclining body, and book held in front are shaped with simple lines rather than detailed realism.
The title, The Man Who Keeps Reading, gives the piece a quiet and slightly poetic character. It is well suited for a study, bookshelf, reading corner, office, or display space.
About Hanazawa Stone
This sculpture is made from Hanazawa Stone, a Japanese granite from the Toyota City area of Aichi Prefecture.
Hanazawa Stone is known for its fine, even grain and calm whitish-gray tone. Its texture works well for small stone sculptures with rounded forms and soft, abstract shapes.
Geologically, this granite is associated with Late Cretaceous granites in the Toyota area and can be described as natural granite formed roughly 70 to 80 million years ago. Dark mineral specks and tone variations are part of the stone’s natural character.
About This Piece
This stone sculpture is finished by a skilled stoneworker. The head, body, book, and hands are carefully shaped from a block of stone.
The low, stable form gives the piece a calm presence when displayed. It suggests reading, learning, and quiet time without needing many details.
Key Features
- Made from Hanazawa Stone from Toyota City, Aichi, Japan
- Hand-finished by a skilled stoneworker
- Made in 2020
- Japanese stone sculpture of a reading figure
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor placement
- Low, stable, compact stone form
Ideas for Placement
- Place it in a study or reading corner to add a quiet atmosphere.
- Display it on a bookshelf, desk, or small display shelf.
- Use it in a shop or office as a distinctive Japanese stone piece.
- Place it in a garden corner or Japanese-style space for a calm natural stone accent.
- Display it near stone lanterns, bonsai, or potted plants to create a Japanese garden-style atmosphere.
What’s Included
- Stone reading figure shown in the photos ×1
- Protective packing for international shipping
Care & Handling
- Please handle the sculpture carefully during setup.
- This piece can be placed outdoors, but rain, sunlight, and time may gradually change the surface appearance.
- Clean gently with a soft brush or dry cloth.
- Avoid detergents and harsh chemicals.
- Differences in grain, tone, dark mineral areas, and fine surface texture are normal characteristics of natural granite and hand-finished stonework.
Shipping & Duties
- Ships from Japan with tracking.
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- Please check the photos carefully before purchase.
- Import duties, taxes, and related fees, if any, are the buyer’s responsibility.
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