Japanese Important Stunning Black Lacquer Castle, Wakasa Masterpiece 30 Layers
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A superb Japanese handmade and hand lacquered – by one single master artisan- this architectural masterpiece of a castle sculpture crafted in rich black and mother of pearl lacquers from famous Wakasa.
Photographed indoors and out door natural light for your viewing pleasure.
The defining elements of Wakasa lacquerware are the creation of patterns with eggshells, seashells, and pine needles and the use of the togidashi maki-e, a technique which is elevation of the pattern through applying multiple layers of lacquer. These features give this master work a unique flavor and international popularity.
Fine condition.
Dimensions: 18 inches tall and 16 inches wide
Handmade and hand lacquered, two pieces
We will include a custom wooden collector storage box tomobako a shown.
Provenance: Old Shigaraki collection.
About Famous Wakasa Lacquer
Wakasa lacquerware (called Wakasa-nuri in Japanese) is produced in the area around the city of Obama, Fukui prefecture. It is said to have originated in the early Edo period (1603-1868) when a craftsman serving the Obama domain (now the city of Obama), which controlled the region near Wakasa Bay, created a design depicting the beautiful depths of the sea. Wakasa Bay is a picturesque area because as a ria coast made up of numerous small bays.
The defining elements of Wakasa lacquerware are the creation of patterns with eggshells, seashells, and pine needles and the use of the togidashi maki-e, a technique which is elevation of the pattern through applying multiple layers of lacquer. These features give this craft a unique and composed appearance. It is also prized artistically, unlike various other types of lacquerware that are more appreciated for functionality only.
Wakasa lacquerware is popular for daily use due to its durability against heat and water, with the chopsticks accounting for more than eighty percent of the lacquer chopsticks produced domestically. Another appealing aspect is that the entire production process is completed by a single craftsman, giving individuality for each piece.
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our Asian works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee.
Our gallery has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition.
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