Box with design in chinkin. “May”

H 17.5 x W 27.5 x D 18.0 cm,Year.2018
Not for Sale
Commission work, check artworks available for purchase, etc.

Katsuhiro Nishi

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

Description

  • Category
    Lacquerware
  • Dimensions
    H 17.5 x W 27.5 x D 18.0 cm
  • Year presented
    2018
  • 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 65th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2018)
  • Selected
Katsuhiro Nishi

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