Jihei Murase Japanese, b. 1957
Corrugated Negoro Tea Caddy, 2022
Lacquer
H2 3/8 x W3 in
H5.9 x W7.6 cm
H5.9 x W7.6 cm
C24983
The Negoro style is Jihei Murase's signature technique; the master lacquer artist grew his experience with the ancient method by restoring 400 year old Negoro objects. His expertise shines thanks to both the perfect balance between vivid color and worn away textures for which the technique is famous.