SABAE URUSHI: TRADITIONAL JAPANESE LACQUERWARE

The time-honored craft of Sabae Urushi, founded in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been perfected for centuries. This traditional art form utilizes organic shellac, a resin secreted by the Vernicia tree, to produce stunning and long-lasting objects. From sophisticated bowls and plates to intricate jewelry, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their