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lacquer, n a resin dissolved in a volatile solvent used to create a protective coating on the surface of an object. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Under supervision of the central government, urushi sap was collected and lacquer ware was systematically created for members of the judicial court as well as for aristocrats. Although at first glance Sichel's record appears to be nothing more than an extensive listing of artifacts, including painting, sculpture and lacquer ware, and their prices, a closer reading of his account reveals its importance concerning the roles that art dealers, both Japanese and European, played in the export and import of Japanese art at the time. Look for a unifying principle when displaying a group of items, as Hura did when he used the Japanese lacquer ware in his kitchen. |
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