Urushi-miyabi SHITTO-RI

●Material：Wood/lacquer ●Size：5.5×20×9.5cm/250g ●Interior goods with a humidity control function that expresses the ukiyo-e-depicted Mount Fuji in 3D using three colored plates that are made by the lacquer painting technique of togidashi. The motif is based on Katsushika Hokusai’s Thunderstorm Beneath the Summit from the Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji. The base is covered with diatomaceous earth, and humidity can be adjusted by adding water. Experience the charm of lacquer, which deepens in taste over time. ●Artist：Ataka Shikkouten Shintaro Ataka of “Ataka Shikkouten” is an Edo-style lacquerware craftsman who handles architectural lacquerware, which has become rare in Tokyo. In addition to applying lacquer to the rail, shelves, and pillars of a tokonoma alcove, he also works on small goods such as vessels and stationery. He became his father’s apprentice at the age of 15 and has worked on many famous buildings, including Zenkoji Temple, Meguro Gajoen, and the National Noh Theatre. In response to high demands, he has honed various lacquer polishing techniques, including Roiro-shiage, Nashiji-nuri, Shunkei-nuri, and Tame-nuri. He is an Intangible Cultural Property holder of Sumida Ward as well as a Tokyo Meister. https://tokyoteshigoto.tokyo/studio/atakashikkouten/ https://atakashikkouten.wixsite.com/home