Kirihaku Glass – Burgundy with Kawari Yakihaku Ring – Round Plate Stainless Iwate Prefecture in 1964

Iwate Prefecture in 1964

and the changing seasons

the beautiful silhouette

this glass is ideal for crisp

Kirihaku Glass – Burgundy with Kawari Yakihaku Ring – Round Plate Stainless Iwate Prefecture in 1964This is a Japanese plate created by Noboru Yamada, a traditional craftsman. The skills of Noboru Yamada, a Kyoto kimono gold leaf artisan, have been captured in this glass vessel. As each piece is handmade, no two are exactly alike. Kawariyakibakuwa Enji "" describes a technique where specially treated, heated gold leaf is applied in the shape of a ring or circle onto a deep red background. This creates a striking contrast between the shimmering gold