【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 A refined Wajima lacquer art panel titled “Dianthus” (なでしこ), created by renowned chinkin artist Seiho Mizushiri（水尻清甫, real name Yukio Mizushiri / 水尻幸夫). Delicate Japanese pinks are depicted against a deep black lacquer ground using the chinkin technique, with finely incised lines filled with gold powder and coloured pigments, complemented by a striking blue flowing motif. The exceptionally precise carving of the petals, stems and leaves gives the composition an elegant balance between traditional Wajima craftsmanship and modern design. Signed “Seiho” at the lower right. Chinkin is a traditional Wajima lacquer technique in which fine designs are engraved into the hardened lacquer surface and the incised lines are filled with gold or coloured pigments. Wajima lacquerware is one of Japan’s most highly regarded lacquer traditions, renowned for its specialised craftsmanship and demanding production process. Seiho Mizushiri was born in Wajima in 1954 and studied under chinkin master Bunjiro Fukumitsu. He graduated from the Ishikawa Prefectural Wajima Lacquer Arts Training Institute in 1975, was repeatedly selected for major traditional craft exhibitions, and became a full member of the Japan Kogei Association in 1986. He later served as an instructor at the Wajima Lacquer Arts Training Institute. The accompanying career record ends with his selection for the 33rd Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition in September 1986, suggesting this work dates from around that period. Presented behind glass in an aluminium frame with a blue fabric mount. The original presentation box and artist biography sheet are included. Artwork and frame are in very good vintage condition, with the lacquer surface retaining a beautiful gloss. The accompanying biography sheet has some staining and creasing. The original outer presentation box shows age-related rubbing, fading, soiling and a tear along the edge. Please examine the photographs carefully for the condition. ※Important: For Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Monaco and Portugal, orders of €150 or less cannot currently be shipped due to the new €3 customs duty/IOSS issue. There is no confirmed resumption date. Please do not bid unless you are prepared to wait. Orders over €150 are not affected. Dimensions of Frame: approx. H 30.5 cm W 30.5 cm D 3.5 cm Dimensions of Sight size (mat opening): approx. H 12 cm W 12 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information, description, and images before placing your bid. The items shown in the photos are what is included in the lot. If anything shown as included is missing upon delivery, please contact us immediately. ・Some display stands or other items in the photos may be photography props and are not included in the sale. Please read the description carefully to confirm what is included. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!