Urushi Art Painting
Urushi Art Painting
Urushi Art Painting
Lacquer has long been used to protect the surface of wood. From the Jomon period (over 7,000 years ago) to the present day, lacquer has been regarded as one of the finest coatings for durability and water resistance.
Lacquer has long been used to protect the surface of wood. From the Jomon period (over 7,000 years ago) to the present day, lacquer has been regarded as one of the finest coatings for durability and water resistance.
In particular, the red lacquer of Negoro style has been used in Japan for 800 years for vessels offered at shrines and temples. As it is used, the black lacquer underneath the red becomes visible, and the longer it is used, the more beautiful it becomes—a prime example of “beauty of utility.”
That is why Jihei uses lacquer. Because it carries history, he strives to create work that will withstand centuries of refinement. He explores the possibilities of lacquer and continues to experiment with new expressions every day.
Tradition and innovation—that is the essence of Jihei.
In particular, the red lacquer of Negoro style has been used in Japan for 800 years for vessels offered at shrines and temples. As it is used, the black lacquer underneath the red becomes visible, and the longer it is used, the more beautiful it becomes—a prime example of “beauty of utility.”
That is why Jihei uses lacquer. Because it carries history, he strives to create work that will withstand centuries of refinement. He explores the possibilities of lacquer and continues to experiment with new expressions every day.
Tradition and innovation—that is the essence of Jihei.
Tokyo Japan
@2025 Murase Jihei. All rights reserved
Tokyo Japan
@2025 Murase Jihei. All rights reserved
Tokyo Japan
@2025 Murase Jihei. All rights reserved