Box made by heat welding method with design in cutout inlay. “Snow crystals”

H 14.8 x W 23.8 x D 8.6 cm,Year.2016
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Akira Yamamoto

1944 - 2024
  • Metalwork(Living National Treasure)
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  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 9

Description

  • Category
    Metalwork
  • Dimensions
    H 14.8 x W 23.8 x D 8.6 cm
  • Year presented
    2016
  • 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.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 63th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2016)
  • Selected
photo Box made by heat welding method with design in cutout inlay. “Snow crystals”
Box made by heat welding method with design in cutout inlay. “Snow crystals” Akira Yamamoto
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