Incense box made of quince burl with red and white grain.
Title of the work: Evening Mist
Like a scene of clouds softly shrouded in mist, illuminated by the setting sun— The white burl of the quince wood, arranged to flow from the lid down to the body, evokes a sense of softness and movement reminiscent of a sea of clouds, blending naturally with the reddish flesh to create subtle shadows.
The intention was to bring out the contrast and harmony between the inherent strength of the wood and the delicate grain unique to burl wood, as a masterful expression of craftsmanship. The rich grain of the burl wood, which is used lavishly even on the inside of the lid and the bottom, is a natural work of art, with no two pieces being exactly alike.
As the name "Yugasumi" (Evening Mist) suggests, this piece evokes the image of golden clouds floating softly in the twilight sky, creating a calm yet somewhat melancholic atmosphere.
