Daqi Lacquered Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Ring Box DIY Kit | “Marry Me” Edition
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Daqi Lacquered Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Ring Box DIY Kit | “Marry Me” Edition
Lansei China
Includes wooden ring box, 100% natural lacquer, mother-of-pearl shell pieces, and all essential tools featured in the product image
20-30 days (this is the estimated time to complete the entire crafting process, including multiple drying periods for the lacquer. Actual time may vary depending on the weather conditions in your area.)
Natural raw lacquer has a tendency to cause allergic reactions in most people, so always wear gloves throughout the process.
The Timeless Art of Chinese Lacquerware
Lacquerware 漆器(Qī qì) is one of China’s most treasured traditional crafts, with a history spanning thousands of years. Made using sap from the lacquer tree 大漆, this unique art form combines natural materials with intricate techniques to create stunning, durable pieces that can last for generations.
Lacquer Harvesting
The process of harvesting natural lacquer 大漆 is as fascinating as the craft itself. Lacquer is collected by making small incisions in the bark of the lacquer tree 漆树, allowing the tree’s sap to slowly drip out. This sap, known as raw lacquer 生漆, is then filtered and processed to become the rich, glossy material used in lacquerware. Harvesting requires precision, patience, and deep respect for the tree, as the process is done sustainably to ensure the tree’s health and longevity.
Lacquer Refinement
Once harvested, the raw lacquer undergoes a critical refining process 精炼 to transform it into a usable, durable form. Through continuous stirring and heating, the raw lacquer turns into a new form known as matured lacquer 透明漆. This half-transparent, dark-brownish liquid is a vital step in the process. Matured lacquer has the perfect consistency for adding colored pigments or providing the final glossy finish to lacquerware. Its rich, translucent quality allows for layers of color to shine through, giving the finished pieces their distinctive sheen.
A Labor of Love
Crafting lacquerware is a time-intensive process requiring patience and expertise. Multiple layers of refined lacquer are applied, with each layer carefully dried, sanded, and polished. Depending on the design, artisans may incorporate intricate details like raden inlays 螺钿 (crafted from shells) or gold leaf 金箔 to enhance the piece’s beauty.
