Contemporary Long Han Gourd Sculpture In Cream Lacquer And Copper By Robert Kuo

Long Han Gourd SculptureCream LacquerAntique CopperHand RepousséLimited EditionEach piece is individually crafted and is unique.Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This technique involves using a hammer and various shaping tools. The lacquer part is made with at least 60 coats of organic lacquer. Each layer of lacquer is applied with a curing period of 24 hours in between so that it can dry. Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.