Box with design in chinkin. “Japanese honeysuckle”
H 20.0 x W 25.0 x D 18.0 cm,Year.2013Katsuhiro Nishi
1955 -- Lacquerware(Living National Treasure)
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- Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 10
Description
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CategoryLacquerware
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DimensionsH 20.0 x W 25.0 x D 18.0 cm
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Year of creation2013
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RarityUnique
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
