A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

The time-honored craft of Sabae Urushi, rooted in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been practiced for epochs. This traditional art form utilizes natural shellac, a resin secreted by the Toxicodendron vernicifluum, to create stunning and durable objects. From elegant bowls and plates to intricate jewelry, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their lu