Jihei Murase Japanese, b. 1957
Corrugated Black Negoro Nakatsugi Tea Caddy, 2022
Lacquer
3 1/8 x 2 5/8 in
8 x 6.6 cm
8 x 6.6 cm
C25059
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Though the negoro technique typically entails a final vermillion coat over innumerable coats of black lacquer, Jihei Murase has inverted the method, creating a unique rendition of the nakatsugi tea caddy.