Boat-shaped Plate of Zelkova Wood Finished in Wiped Urushi

H 2.5 x W 49.6 x D 21.8 cm,Year.2026
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Akira Murayama

1944 -
  • Wood and BambooLiving National Treasure
  • Price Range $4,000 - 28,000
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Description

  • Category
    Wood and Bamboo
  • Materials
  • Dimensions
    H 2.5 x W 49.6 x D 21.8 cm
  • Year presented
    2026
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Hollow work

In hollow work (kurimono), gouges and chisels are used to hand-carve hollow vessels from a block of wood. Complicated curves and rounded forms are a common feature of hollow work.

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 55th Kinki Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2026)
  • Selected
photo Boat-shaped Plate of Zelkova Wood Finished in Wiped Urushi
Boat-shaped Plate of Zelkova Wood Finished in Wiped Urushi Akira Murayama
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