Hand Cast Bronze Butter Knife Toys it carries a subtle

it carries a subtle

or covering serving dishes

Large cotton hand-dyed bag from the Funatabi Atelier in Kanagawa

Fibers are tightly bound with metal wire

Hand Cast Bronze Butter Knife Toys it carries a subtleHand cast from bronzean alloy of pure copper and pure tin known in Japan as "sahari"this butter knife created by artist Sakiko Sugimura combines everyday function with sculptural beauty. The gently curved blade and slender handle develop a warm, natural patina over time, making each piece uniquely expressive. Each knife begins as a hand carved wax model, which is encased in plaster to create a mold. During firing, the wax melts away, leaving a cavity