Luxury brass temple bell Dragon Makie Lacquer Orin Pure Gold Made in Japan for interior decor , size variation also available

Luxury brass temple bell Dragon Makie Lacquer Orin Pure Gold Made in Japan for interior décor , size variation also available  

Traditional handicrafts from Takaoka with its 400-year old history of metal casting

Lacquer made by skilled craftsmen using pure gold

A settled sound that calms the mind

[Makie Lacquer]
Many layers of lacquer are painted to give a three-dimensional feeling
Part of the dragon's body is painted by mixing powdered gold into the lacquer
The dragon eyes and nails are made by attaching pieces of abalone shell
The dragon scales are hand-painted with pure gold
The clouds are made by painting an undercoat in lacquer,

then sprinkling with gold or silver powder, and layering amber colored lacquer on top, then polishing
Gold and silver in the clouds is made by pasting on 0.01mm cut gold
Flames are depicted by mixing gold and silver with red pigment
Skilled artisans make these items by hand. Their three-dimensional feeling is beautiful.

They are the finest of goods.

[Size, weight]

Larger and smaller sizes can also be made
Different colors can also be used
Different designs are also available

The pattern may change depending on the size
Photo No.45

[Use]
When the piece is hit with the included rod, it rings with a clear sound that calms the mind
The powerful dragon motif is used for appreciation

[Materials]
The main material is tin
Casting poured into a tin mold
After being polished to a mirror finish, the piece is covered with a liquid mix of iron and

vinegar while being heated. A chemical reaction changes the color to vermilion

It is packaged in a box of luxurious paulownia wood

Each item is packaged carefully to ensure they reach the customer in perfect condition

[What is Makie Lacquer]
Makie is a technique in which a lacquer undercoat is painted and then the piece is sprinkled

with powdered gold or silver to give a three-dimensional feeling and a luxurious look.
This technique was developed during the Heian period [794 – 1185],

and it is said to be unique to Japan.
In addition to the planar representation, blurry images made with powders are also beautiful.
The following techniques can be used in combinations to vary the expressive qualities of a work.
"Raden"
Embedded pieces of abalone shell or similar material
"Hyoumon"
Attached foil or cut gold
"Chinkin "
Carved surfaces filled with powder and foil