News of Smio Satou’s Passing

[PipeIT]

Now, let me say Big Congrats!

That’s a beauty!

Enjoy that!

 

[PipeIT]

I’m no expert, just know how it was explained to me.

I’m no pro either, thankfully, lots of Japanese sites to explain.

Here’s Wiki on it;

Urushi-e - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

I’d say read when you have time, since you own these pipes to further connect to this Japanese history.

 

[AroEnglish]

Lots of Japanese sites explaining.

After further reading the color bands should be carved Urushi and Tsuishu lacquer.

Tsuishu, my understanding is called this when it’s a red color lacquer, and if it’s not red, it’s called Urushi.

My understanding is Tsuishi means Red Lacquer.

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JAANUS / choushitsu　彫漆

Urushi work｜Japan Kogei Association

The Japan Kogei Association is an organization that promotes the techniques and artists of Japanese traditional Kogei, with a focus on Living National Treasures.

www.nihonkogeikai.or.jp

These carvings, this is done in red Tsuishi.

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Thanks for passing along this info!