Morihito Katsura

Obi sash clip in shape of millet ears

  • Metalwork
  • Presented in 2018
  • H 1.0 x W 5.5 x D 3.0 cm
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Category Metalwork
Year Presented 2018
Dimensions H 1.0 x W 5.5 x D 3.0 cm
Exhibition The 65th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition

Living National Treasure Morihito Katsura

photo Morihito Katsura

Producing sword fittings such as decorative hilts, knives attached to the sheath of swords, and sheaths in the beginning of his career, and sash clip fasteners today using basic metal engraving and metal fitting techniques passed down from his ancestors. Also using engraving, relief engraving, hammering and various inlaying techniques. His designs are based on animals, insects, plants and geometric shapes.