Box of rōgin with inlay. “Time”

H 11.5 x W 19.5 x D 14.0 cm,Year.2023
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Koki Okumura

1950 -
  • Metalwork
  • Price Range Please Inquire
  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 8

Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Materials
    Gold, Silver, Gold-copper alloy, Copper-silver alloy / Shibuichi
  • Dimensions
    H 11.5 x W 19.5 x D 14.0 cm
  • Year of creation
    2023
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Metal inlay

In metal inlay (zōgan), designs are cut into the surface of a piece and inlaid with a different metal of contrasting color or texture.

Awards received

  • The 70th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2023)
  • Japan Kōgei Association Incentive Award

Comment on Award

I produce artwork using shibuichi, a copper-silver alloy unique to Japan, to make the most of its characteristics.
In my recent years, I have been interested in the Jomon period, and have been trying to incorporate elements of the Jomon period in my artwork. As a result, I came up with this unique form.
I always try to make the most of the material on making my artwork. Thank you very much for this award.
(from the Japan Kōgei Association newsletter)

photo Box of rōgin with inlay. “Time”
Box of rōgin with inlay. “Time” Koki Okumura
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