Box with design in chinkin. “Brilliant”

H 15.0 x W 26.0 x D 16.5 cm,Year.2017
Not for Sale

Katsuhiro Nishi

1955 -
  • Lacquerware(Living National Treasure)
  • Price Range Please Inquire
  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 10

Description

  • Category
    Lacquerware
  • Dimensions
    H 15.0 x W 26.0 x D 16.5 cm
  • Year of creation
    2017
  • 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 64th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2017)
  • Selected
photo Box with design in chinkin. “Brilliant”
Box with design in chinkin. “Brilliant” Katsuhiro Nishi
Not for Sale