Box joined by heat welding method with cutout inlay design. “Autumn evening”

H 10.3 x W 23.5 x D 23.5 cm,Year.2025
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Akira Yamamoto

1944 - 2024
  • MetalworkLiving National Treasure
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Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Dimensions
    H 10.3 x W 23.5 x D 23.5 cm
  • Year presented
    2025
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Hard soldering

Hard soldering (hagiawase) is a technique used join together different types of metal sheet. The technique makes it possible to create metalwork with striped or patchwork patterns. Once joined, the artisan may continue to shape the metal with a hammer.

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.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 72nd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2025)
  • Selected
Akira Yamamoto

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