Vessel of zelkova wood finished in wiped urushi. “Eruption”
H 8.5 x W 54.0 x D 42.0 cm,Year.2013Seizo Kawaguchi
1962 -- Wood and Bamboo
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Price Range
$1,000 - 14,000
Info
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close - Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 12
Using the hollowing technique to hollow vessels from a block of wood. It is possible to create various forms using the hollowing technique, and the grain patterns come out differently depending on the form. I aim to make the most of the wood grains and create unique forms.
View DetailDescription
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CategoryWood and Bamboo
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DimensionsH 8.5 x W 54.0 x D 42.0 cm
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Year of creation2013
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RarityUnique
Techniques
Hollow work
In hollow work (kurimono), gouges and chisels are used to hand-carve hollow vessels from a block of wood. Complicated curves and rounded forms are a common feature of hollow work.
Wiped lacquer finish
Wiped lacquer (fuki urushi) is a wood-finishing technique consisting of a thin coat of lacquer. The lacquer is applied with a spatula or brush, rubbed in with a cotton cloth, and then wiped away using washi paper or clean fabric. Repeating the process numerous times produces a finish that brings out the wood’s grain and texture.
Selection
- The 60th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2013)
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