Jihei Murase Japanese, 1957
Varnished and Corrugated Negoro Water Vessel, 2022
Lacquer
H6 5/8 x W11 3/8 x D6 1/4 in
H16.7 x W29 x D15.8 cm
H16.7 x W29 x D15.8 cm
C25030
The Negoro style is Murase's signature technique; the master lacquer artist grew his experience with the ancient technique 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.