Yoshida Hamono [Knife Vision series] - print

“To be more exact, he re-created it as an exercise in nostalgia’”
- Paul Auster

Yoshida Hamono, 2024
Giclée print
Hahnemühle Photo Pearl 310
 
The knife in the photograph is the work of the Japanese smithy Yoshida Hamono. The minimalistic image features a raw kuro-uchi finish which was achieved on traditional high-carbon steel.

Read more about blade finishes in the article Blade construction: BLADE FINISH.

The photographs are printed on resin-coated Hahnemühle inkjet paper [310 gsm] with a pearl finish and are sold unframed. They are made to order in Europe and need 2-3 working days to be dispatched.

Comes with a signed certificate of authenticity.

Small and large print sizes available, with custom options on request:

small format / 40x30 cm (15.7" x 11.8")
large format / 70x50 cm (27.6" x 19.7")

Fits most prefabricated frames. For custom sizes and wallpaper contact us at support@sharpedgeshop.com

Disclaimer: The Knife Vision series of photographs may vary due to device display differences, monitor settings, lighting conditions, and screen calibration. While we strive for accuracy, slight variations may occur. Your satisfaction is our priority.

The Knife Vision series explores the texture and reflection of light in the world of Japanese knife-making. Each image represents the artistry of a different knife master and their unique vision of metal and its properties. The project is a tribute to the craftsmanship of Japanese knives, which dates back centuries, and a reflection on the nature of our gaze.

As the knife masters work their surface, so does the light.

The Knife Vision series is a collection of photographs made exclusively for SharpEdge Shop.

With his time split between Paris and Ljubljana, photographer Martin Baebler combines traditional French influences with modern design motifs. After graduating from the Italian Institute of Photography (IFF) in Milan in 2002, he moved to Paris in 2006 and has since showcased his work worldwide. His art, inspired by cinema, classical art, and travel, often spotlights striking, intricate textures. When shooting in black and white, he explores the shades of depth, “the range of the black-and-white rainbow from a stifling black to a purified whiteness, with an arc of rich greys in between”.