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Tamamushi-nuri（玉虫塗）

たまむしぬり Tamamushi Lacquer

Colour lacquer over silver powder, shifting like a jewel beetle's wing; developed for export in the 1930s.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreLacquer art
City / townSendai
Area in the prefectureSendai

FAQ

Where is Tamamushi Lacquer?
It is in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Tamamushi Lacquer?
Colour lacquer over silver powder, shifting like a jewel beetle's wing; developed for export in the 1930s. The focus is lacquerware.
When was Tamamushi Lacquer established?
It dates from 1932.

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Sources

Official site：https://www.t-kogei.co.jp/tamamushinuri/

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