Box with design in chinkin. “Japanese honeysuckle”

H 20.0 x W 25.0 x D 18.0 cm,Year.2013
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Katsuhiro Nishi

1955 -
  • LacquerwareLiving National Treasure
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Description

  • Category
    Lacquerware
  • Dimensions
    H 20.0 x W 25.0 x D 18.0 cm
  • Year presented
    2013
  • 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.

Awards received

  • The 60th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2013)
  • MEXT Award
Katsuhiro Nishi

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