Rice Bowl with color tranition from Black to Red - This piece explores techniques used to simulate antique Japanese Lacquerware. Usually done with Urushi, a toxic resin from a tree I am using special paints and layering them and rubbing away the red layers to expose the previously painted black color. The bowl features splashes of color painted by dragging a string across the bowl.  This item is in the form of a rice bowl. It can be used as a display piece of art or have a utilitarian use as a jewelry keeper or catch all for rings and things. The shape is turned on a wood lathe then hours are spent layering paint, smoothing the surface and covering with a different color and repeating the process. The piece is 6 inch diameter by 2 1/2 inches tall.  This piece will bring years of enjoyment and conversation with friends when displayed on a table or shelf.  It is also a great gift item.  Not to be considered food safe.
Gift Ideas
How about a 5th Anniversary Wedding Gift which happens to be wood? Birthday Gift, Retirement Gift, Housewarming Gift.  This  Laquerware Bowl will be perfect in your home or as a gift to a special friend. 
Studio
All items on this website are made by me in my studio in Montvale, NJ USA.  I do not sell any third party items.  I guarantee if you purchase an item here you will receive an original Alan Adler piece.
 
Care for your bowl
Keep out of direct sunlight
Minimize exposure to wide swings in humidity levels
Do not wash with water, if necessary use only a damp cloth
Wax lightly with a quality food safe wax or oil and buff to restore luster.  I like beeswax, walnut oil and mineral oil
AA30