Shitai Sake Cup (Crepe) / Kunikatsu Seto lacquerware while the unglazed foot offers

while the unglazed foot offers a beautiful contrast to the soft

a well-respected artist from Aichi Prefecture whose work imbues a sense of balance between beauty and practicality

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evoking a rustic yet refined aesthetic

Shitai Sake Cup (Crepe) / Kunikatsu Seto lacquerware while the unglazed foot offersNamed for its "paper body" (Shitai), this sake cup exemplifies Kunikatsu Seto's masterful technique. Its vibrant vermillion hue and distinctive crepe like texture evoke the tactile quality of paper, lending the cup a light, organic presence. A fusion of traditional lacquer techniques and contemporary aesthetics, this refined piece is perfect for savoring sake or displaying as a work of art. Area: Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture Artist: Kunikatsu Seto