The "Majestic Tiger" Master-Edition Edo Kiriko Whiskey Glass
This "Majestic Tiger" Master-Edition Edo Kiriko whiskey glass is a true masterpiece that blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with bold, modern design. It's an exceptional piece for connoisseurs and a powerful, meaningful gift.
The Masterful Craft of Edo Kiriko
Edo Kiriko is a revered national traditional craft of Japan, with a history spanning centuries. This whiskey glass is handcrafted by seasoned artisans who expertly shape molten crystal glass at temperatures up to 1350°C. Each cut is a testament to their skill, with precise angles and depths that cause light to refract and create a dazzling, crystalline effect. This meticulous process ensures a stunning play of light and shadow, highlighting the glass's brilliant clarity.
The Majestic Symbol of the Tiger
The glass is engraved with a lifelike tiger, its fluid lines conveying immense power and motion. In both Chinese and Japanese cultures, the tiger is a powerful symbol of strength, courage, and authority.
A Meaningful and Unique Gift
This Edo Kiriko tiger glass isn't just a drinking vessel—it's a work of art worth collecting. Whether you're using it to savor your favorite whiskey or as a decorative piece for your home, it will surely showcase your refined taste. Presented in a beautiful gift box, it’s a perfect present for a boss, a respected elder, or a dear friend, conveying good wishes and deep respect.
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The Art of Edo Kiriko
A Legacy of Light and Form
Behold the journey of glass transformed. Each piece of Edo Kiriko is born from the hands of a master artisan, who, through a series of meticulous and precise stages, sculpts, carves, and polishes raw material into a dazzling work of art. The result is a symphony of light and pattern, a testament to the harmony of skill and tradition.
Phase I
Glass Forming
The journey begins with molten glass, typically a two-layered composition featuring a clear core sheathed in a vibrant colored layer. This material is masterfully shaped into its final silhouette through the time-honored techniques of hand-blowing or molding.
Glass Forming
Phase II
Marking (Waridashi - 割り出し)
Next, the artisan precisely maps the intricate, geometric design onto the glass surface. This crucial step is performed with meticulous care, using a fine pigment or a specialized tool to lay down the coordinates for the future pattern.
Marking (Waridashi - 割り出し)
Phase III
Rough Cutting (Arasuri - 荒摺)
The first cuts are made. Using a coarse-grit rotating wheel, the artisan meticulously carves the foundational lines of the design, establishing the deep, definitive outlines that will serve as the pattern's framework.
Rough Cutting (Arasuri - 荒摺)
Phase IV
Detail Cutting (Sanban - 三番)
This is followed by a phase of exquisite refinement. The same cuts are revisited with a finer-grit wheel, allowing for the precise sharpening of each line and the addition of the delicate, intricate motifs that are the hallmark of traditional Edo Kiriko.
Detail Cutting (Sanban - 三番)
Phase V
Stone Smoothing (Ishigake - 石掛け)
The cut surfaces are then meticulously honed. An artisan uses a whetstone and water to gently abrade the glass, eliminating any rough edges left by the cutting process and preparing the surface for its final brilliance.
Stone Smoothing (Ishigake - 石掛け)
Phase VI
Polishing (Migaki - 磨き)
The final and most transformative step. The glass is brought to a brilliant, flawless clarity and luminous shine. This critical process reveals the vivid, striking contrast between the vibrant colored layer and the pure clear glass beneath, illuminating the masterfully carved pattern in its full glory.
Polishing (Migaki - 磨き)
Meet the artisan
Masters of Light and Line
The masters of edo Kiriko crafts are more than just artisans; they are custodians of a legacy, their hands shaping light and shadow into a symphony of elegance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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- United States (Mainland): 5-15 days
- Alaska, Hawaii, & other US regions: 10-20 days
- Canada: 5-20 days
- Europe: 5-15 days
- Australia/New Zealand: 6-15 days
- Hong Kong: 1-5 days
- Southeast Asia: 5-8 days
- Latin America & other countries: 10-20 days
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