Box of black persimmon wood with inlay decoration finished in wiped urushi. “Poetry of the West”

H 16.0 x W 10.0 x D 21.0 cm,Year.2017
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Akio Watanabe

1953 -
  • Wood and BambooLiving National Treasure
  • Price Range Under $32,000
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Description

  • Category
    Wood and Bamboo
  • Materials
  • Dimensions
    H 16.0 x W 10.0 x D 21.0 cm
  • Year presented
    2017
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Wood inlay

Wood inlay (moku zōgan) is a decorative technique in which wood, metal, or shell is inserted into cavities cut into a wooden substrate to produce contrasting designs.

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.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 64th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2017)
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photo Box of black persimmon wood with inlay decoration finished in wiped urushi. “Poetry of the West”
Box of black persimmon wood with inlay decoration finished in wiped urushi. “Poetry of the West” Akio Watanabe
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