{"id":2491,"date":"2025-06-21T14:06:33","date_gmt":"2025-06-21T12:06:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldofshiki.at\/?p=2491"},"modified":"2026-03-23T14:18:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T13:18:49","slug":"ball-vase-large-akebono-kasyou","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldofshiki.at\/en\/2025\/06\/21\/ball-vase-large-akebono-kasyou\/","title":{"rendered":"Ball vase large “Akebono-Kasyou”"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ball Vase \u201cAkebono-Kasyou\u201d \u2013 Dawn Captured in Lacquer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This extraordinary spherical vase was crafted using the traditional Wajima-nuri (\u8f2a\u5cf6\u5857)<\/strong> technique \u2013 one of the finest forms of Japanese lacquer artistry. The elegant piece is made from solid chestnut wood and has been coated with over 30 layers of lacquer in an elaborate process that takes approximately three to four months to complete.<\/p>\n

The vase bears the poetic name \u201cAkebono-Kasyou,\u201d<\/strong> which can be interpreted as \u201cFlowers in the Dawn.\u201d This is beautifully reflected in the graceful color gradient from deep black to vibrant red, reminiscent of the awakening horizon at daybreak. Adorned with real gold and completed with utmost care, it stands as a true masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship.<\/p>\n

The Wajima lacquer technique<\/strong> is known for its exceptional durability and delicate finish. Traditionally, up to 124 individual steps are involved, using linen, rice paste, and Jino-ko<\/em> (a locally sourced yellow clay powder) to create a long-lasting and finely textured surface. This technique dates back to the 17th century and was officially recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Japan<\/strong> in 1977.<\/p>\n

The vase comes in a high-quality paulownia wood box<\/strong> and serves beautifully as a floral centerpiece or as a refined decorative object for special interiors \u2013 from traditional tea rooms to modern living spaces.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Kanazawa is located in Ishikawa Prefecture on the west coast of Honshu<\/strong>, about two hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen. The name literally means \u201cgolden marsh\u201d and stems from a legend that gold flakes were once found in a potato field.<\/p>\n

Since the 16th century, Kanazawa was the seat of the Maeda lords, which led to a flourishing period as a cultural and political center of the region. The city was well fortified, yet also rich in temples and gardens\u2014most notably Kenroku-en<\/strong>, one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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