Mother of Pearl Bellflower Maki-e Chopstick Box by Tokuno Sorin 徳野宗林 with Original Wooden Box - Container - Wajima Lacquerware

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【Product details】

This exquisite chopstick box, crafted by the renowned lacquer artist Tokuno Sorin from Ishikawa Prefecture, showcases the traditional Wajima lacquer technique, celebrated for its durability and refined beauty. The box features a black lacquer ground adorned with high-relief maki-e of bellflowers, where the floral elements are beautifully decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay, and the leaves are meticulously drawn in sunk gold, known as chinkin. This intricate process involves carving fine patterns into the lacquer, infilling with gold powder and lacquer, then polishing the surface, a testament to the painstaking craftsmanship involved.

Upon sliding open the drawer, one is greeted by a vibrant vermillion interior, designed to hold two pairs of chopsticks, symbolizing unity and harmony. The side of the box proudly bears Sorin's signature, marking it as a work of art from a disciple who spent three years studying under Living National Treasures Masuda Gonroku and Ōba Shōgyo. Sorin also served as an assistant instructor at the Wajima Lacquer Art Technical Training Institute in Ishikawa Prefecture.

The condition of this chopstick box is described as excellent, preserving the beauty and craftsmanship of Wajima lacquer work. Please review the photographs for a detailed appreciation of its pristine state and the artistry it embodies.

Dimensions: approx. H 2. 8 cm W 25. 7 cm D 5. 8 cm

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