Murakami Jochiku Utsushi - Dragonfly and Narcissus
Top Prize Winner - Chairman's Award Winner - NBSK 2016
I was very pleased to have taken the top prize again in the tosogu category for the 2016 NBSK Craftsmen Competition.
My entry was another utsushi of a Murakami Jochiku masterpiece depicting a dragonfly and narcissus.
As with the original it is rendered in shakudo, shibuichi, fine gold and mother of pearl inlay.
Comes with custom fitted box and 2016 NBSK Competition catalog and poster featuring this piece.
Currently Available $5500.00 USD
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Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece ~omote~(photo taken outside reflecting blue sky)

Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece ~ura~(photo taken outside reflecting blue sky)

Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece ~omote~(photo taken inside)

Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece ~ura~(photo taken inside)

Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece Dragonfly detail

Utsushi of Murakami Jochiku masterpiece ~ura~ narcissus detail