Box made by heat welding method with cutout inlay. “Morning sun”

H 12.0 x W 26.6 x D 9.4 cm,Year.2013
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Akira Yamamoto

1944 - 2024
  • MetalworkLiving National Treasure
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Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Dimensions
    H 12.0 x W 26.6 x D 9.4 cm
  • Year presented
    2013
  • 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.

Awards received

  • The 60th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2013)
  • Japan Kōgei Association Incentive Award
Akira Yamamoto

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