It is a picture-book perfect shrine. Tiny and tranquil, it is framed by a red gateway at the top of a winding forest path. But there is one surprising intrusion on the scene: a shiny Coca-Cola bench matching the vermilion hue of the shrine sits under its roof.
It is here that the British artist Antony Gormley — who bounds energetically up the path while talking nonstop — declares is his favorite place to talk about his latest artwork.
Sighing as he eases himself onto the bench, he says: "It's so peaceful here, I love this spot — particularly the Coca-Cola bench. It's where I like to sit and talk about the 'house.' "