Glass Needle #003

€59,00
By Daigo Kikuchi
UNEARTHED Gallery 5.0
★★★★★
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Needle, Handmade Glass Sheet, suitable for hot but not boiling water (up to 85 degress celsius), please prevent sudden temperature changes

Pictures are exemplary, due to being fully handmade the shipped item might have minor variations.

ca. L= 18cm

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Daigo Kikuchi

Delicate glass vessels from Toyama with a soft, luminous presence.

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Toyama

(Toyama, Japan )

Japanese Glass Making

Toyama, located along the Sea of Japan coast, has been known as the heart of Japanese glassmaking since the early 20th century. Originally a center for pharmaceutical glassware, the city gradually evolved into a hub for artisanal and contemporary glass. Today, Toyama is home to some of Japan’s most innovative glass artists and houses the Toyama Glass Art Museum, which plays a central role in promoting the craft nationally and internationally. The local tradition emphasizes technical precision, clarity, and a minimalist design sensibility.

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