Coffer with Design in Chinkin “Travel in Search for Butterflies”

H 23.0 x W 18.5 x D 18.5 cm,Year.2026
  • Lacquerware
  • Awarded 6 times at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
  • Price Range Please Inquire
The 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition Period : Sep.2.2026 - Mar.7.2027

Description

  • Category
    Lacquerware
  • Materials
  • Dimensions
    H 23.0 x W 18.5 x D 18.5 cm
  • Year presented
    2026
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Chinkin

For chinkin (“sunken gold”), a chisel or knife is used to incise lines and dots into a lacquered surface. Gold leaf or fine gold powder is then inlaid into the grooves, creating a fine and delicate design.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2026)
  • Selected
photo Coffer with Design in Chinkin “Travel in Search for Butterflies”
Coffer with Design in Chinkin “Travel in Search for Butterflies” Kiyoshi Torige

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