A lacquered fork brings the warmth of traditional craft to a Western form. The urushi finish is built up over a wooden base — the color consistent, the surface smooth, the result of a method that requires patience rather than speed. Ouchi kougei works in Oita, Japan, at a pace that allows every object to receive full attention. The craft tradition behind this work is regional and long-established — a way of making that the area has sustained for generations. Japanese craft has shaped the way the world thinks about everyday objects, and a piece like this brings that tradition to your own table. Bamboo takes the finish differently along the grain, so no two are alike. Yours will differ a little from the one photographed. Material: Lacquerware (urushi over wood) Made in Oita, Japan Artisan: Ouchi kougei Size: 13 cm Because each piece is worked from natural material, slight variations in form and finish are normal.
