Box for Sweets Made by Heat Welding Method with Design in Cutout Inlay “Flowing Resonance”

H 10.5 x W 20.5 x D 13.5 cm,Year.2026

Yoshiko Okamoto

1976 -
  • Metalwork
  • Awarded 22 times at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
  • Price Range Under $23,000
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The 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition Period : Sep.2.2026 - Mar.7.2027

Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Dimensions
    H 10.5 x W 20.5 x D 13.5 cm
  • Year presented
    2026
  • 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 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2026)
  • Selected
photo Box for Sweets Made by Heat Welding Method with Design in Cutout Inlay “Flowing Resonance”
Box for Sweets Made by Heat Welding Method with Design in Cutout Inlay “Flowing Resonance” Yoshiko Okamoto

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