Shinya Yamamura Japanese, 1960
Silver Spiral Pattern Small Container, 2022
Lacquer (Silver Plate, Silver Powder, Gold Powder, Colored Lacquer)
H2 1/2 x W3 5/8 x D2 5/8 in
H6.3 x W9.2 x D6.6 cm
H6.3 x W9.2 x D6.6 cm
C25378
Shinya Yamamura’s raden technique is hand cut and introduces various metals into the pattern. This lacquered box—inlayed with silver plates and decorated with powder from gold and silver—exemplifies Yamamura’s mastery over form and steady hand when placing the spiral pattern.