Vessel of Zelkova Wood Finished in Wiped Urushi
H 9.5 / ø 40.7 cm,Year.2025Yoshiyuki Ogura
1947 -- Wood and Bamboo
- Awarded 3 times at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
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Price Range
Under ¥800,000
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About the Artwork
I used zelkova wood with beautiful circular burls of which I removed the unnecessary part in the middle 5 years ago. I used wood turning techniques and polished lacquer techniques that have been passed down for generations in my family and made this "Vessel of Zelkova Wood Finished in Wiped Urushi". The highlight of this piece is the intricately designed rim with a round chamfering and carved groove.
Description
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CategoryWood and Bamboo
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Materials
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DimensionsH 9.5 / ø 40.7 cm
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Year presented2025
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RarityUnique
Techniques Used
Wood turning
In wood turning (hikimono), a piece of wood is rotated on a lathe and shaped with various cutting tools. Wood turning is suited to the creation of round trays, containers, and bowls. Different blades and cutting angles can be used to produce a wide range of forms. Balanced, symmetrical forms are made by spinning the lathe at a constant speed.
Wiped lacquer finish
Wiped lacquer (fuki urushi) is a wood-finishing technique consisting of a thin coat of lacquer. The lacquer is applied with a spatula or brush, rubbed in with a cotton cloth, and then wiped away using washi paper or clean fabric. Repeating the process numerous times produces a finish that brings out the wood’s grain and texture.
Selected exhibitions
- The 20th Wood and Bamboo Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2025)
- Selected
