$The acrylic Makie small box with its lid slightly removed and resting on the rim, showcasing the internal polished chamber and the optical refraction of the red lines.$
$The acrylic Makie small box with its lid slightly removed and resting on the rim, showcasing the internal polished chamber and the optical refraction of the red lines.$

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#91 spiral Acrylic Makie KOGO -Japanese Incense Container

Name: #91 spiral Acrylic Makie KOGO -Japanese Incense Container
Brand: Takayuki Hariya / 針谷崇之
Price: 355.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Artist: Takayuki Hariya

Because each piece is handmade, some pieces may be warped or stiff. Some pieces may also have chips, but if these are kiln marks that occur during firing, we inspect them and treat them as good products.

This work can also be seen at wanova's secret gallery in Roppongi, Tokyo.
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A captivating fusion of contemporary transparency and heritage craft, this small box by Kinuyo and Takayuki Hariya reinterprets the traditional Kogo (incense container). Fashioned from solid, clear acrylic, it functions as a modern art object that breathes and interacts with light.

The surface features a precise, spirited spiral motif rendered in vibrant vermilion and subtle gold powder through the meticulous art of Makie (Japanese lacquer painting). Due to the high refractive index of the crystal-clear acrylic, the lines distort and multiply internally as the object is turned, creating a quiet, kaleidoscopic illusion. The soft, organic texture of the lacquer work offers a beautiful contrast to the cool, precise geometry of the resin.

This diminutive piece acts as a pocket-sized sculpture of light and shadow. Whether holding a cherished item or resting solitary on a sunlit shelf, it introduces a refined geometric tension and a luminous presence into contemporary interiors.