Washi-Layered Lacquer Long Tray, Plover

The "Tray with Overglaze (Plovers) Black, Long Plate with Washi Paper" is a collaborative work with artist Aimi Shinohara. It is a piece that beautifully harmonizes the warmth of wood with the delicacy of overglaze painting, embodying contemporary artisanal beauty.

The "washi paper lining" on the tray's surface is a unique technique that involves layering washi paper onto the wood, creating a soft texture while preserving the wood's breathability. On top of this, Shinohara-san has depicted plovers quietly dancing with overglaze, creating a gentle and poetic scene where white floats on a black ground.

The delicate lines and the subtle bleeding of the glaze, a result of handwork, create a rhythm akin to wings fluttering in the wind. This piece is not only suitable for serving dishes or sweets as a long plate but also shines as an art piece that quietly stands in a space.

Wood and painting, material and sensibility. Born from the resonance of two different crafts, this piece holds a quiet poetic sentiment that accompanies the user's daily life.