Fitting in shape of beetle.

H 1.5 x W 5.5 x D 2.5 cm,Year.2013
Not for Sale
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Morihito Katsura

1944 -
  • MetalworkLiving National Treasure
  • Price Range $13,000 - 32,000
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Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Dimensions
    H 1.5 x W 5.5 x D 2.5 cm
  • Year presented
    2013
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Chisel engraving

Chisel engraving (hori) consists of using engraving chisels to embellish the surface of metalwork. Techniques include standard hairline engraving (kebori) performed with a V-shaped chisel, wedge-shaped dot engraving (keribori) performed with a triangular chisel, and metal cutting (hatsuribori) performed with especially sharp flat chisels.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 60th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2013)
  • Selected
Morihito Katsura

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