Sumiko-Shiage (Urushi)

Sumiko-Shiage, Urushi,  Lit. charcoal polishing. A lacquer technique which involves applying a thick paste of charcoal powder and urushi onto the surface resulting in a matte to semi-matte black surface with a fine granular texture. It is typically used for black on black techniques although other techniques such as maki-e can be used with this technique as a base. See also yami-maki

 

Reference Number: C-150x16-SS

Pen Type                 Shibui

Pen Nib:                  Size No. 10 (750/18 Kt Gold)

Artisan:                   Martin Pauli

 

Reference Number: C-165x17-SS

Pen Type:                Shibui

Pen Nib:                  Size No. 12 (750/18 Kt Gold)

Artisan:                   Martin Pauli