This work was created by the renowned metalwork artist Ichiro Kitamura (1917-1968), father and master of Shinichi Kitamura, a holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure).
Like the butterfly bottle opener we looked at earlier, this grape-shaped bottle opener is a masterpiece that combines art and practicality. Each grape cluster has a silver outline and is expressed with a hollowed-out, openwork-like structure. This structure allows light to pass through while maintaining the solid feel of the material, giving it a light impression as an ornamental piece for the dining table. The reverse side serves as a functional bottle opener, completing the whole piece as a practical tool.
This piece, which combines Ichiro Kitamura's advanced techniques with the artistic sensibility cultivated through traditional craft exhibitions, is a special masterpiece that adds a touch of Japanese craftsmanship and playfulness to the scene of opening fruit liquors such as sake and wine, or beer as a whiskey chaser. The box is inscribed with the character "Grape" and the artist's name, certifying that it is an authentic piece.
- Artist: Kitamura Ichiro (1917-1968)
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The artist's representative activities: [1967] 14th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education Award
- Year of production: 1960s (estimated)
- Condition: Very good (no chips or cracks)
- Accessories: Dedicated box included
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Material: Copper (estimated)
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Dimensions: Approx. 6cm
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