Jihei Murase Japanese, b. 1957
Three-Legged Negoro Tea Container with Lid, 2022
Lacquer
H2 5/8 x W3 5/8 in
H6.8 x W9.3 cm
H6.8 x W9.3 cm
C24988
Using hand-forged wrought iron tools and the lathe, Murase’s smooth and sculpted curves beautifully accentuate the vermillion lacquer. Delicately and with great focus, each leg is chiseled from the wooden base.