Box with design in chinkin. “Mahonia japonica”

H 15.5 x W 28.5 x D 15.5 cm,Year.2015
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  • Lacquerware(Living National Treasure)
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  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 10

Description

  • Category
    Lacquerware
  • Dimensions
    H 15.5 x W 28.5 x D 15.5 cm
  • Year of creation
    2015
  • 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.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 62nd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2015)
  • Selected
photo Box with design in chinkin. “Mahonia japonica”
Box with design in chinkin. “Mahonia japonica” Katsuhiro Nishi
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