Makie is a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique in which designs are painted with lacquer and then sprinkled with metallic powders such as gold, silver, or tin to create intricate, decorative patterns. The name "makie" literally means "sprinkled picture."
This art form dates back to the Heian period (794–1185) and reached its peak during the Edo period (1603–1868). Makie is used to decorate a variety of objects, including boxes, writing instruments, trays, and other lacquerware items.
There are several styles of makie, such as:
Hiramakie (flat makie): where the design is relatively level with the surface.
Takamakie (raised makie): which involves building up layers to create a three-dimensional effect.
Togidashimakie (polished-out makie): where the surface is polished smooth after applying and covering the design.
Makie requires exceptional craftsmanship and patience, as the process involves multiple layers of lacquer and precise timing to apply the metal powders. It is regarded as one of the most refined expressions of Japanese aesthetics and is still practiced by skilled artisans today.
Raden is a traditional Japanese decorative technique that involves inlaying thin pieces of iridescent shell (such as mother-of-pearl or abalone) into the surface of lacquerware or wooden objects, creating shimmering, intricate patterns.
The condition is very good.
Size
11cm × 6cm.
20g
