Lightweight Lacquer Tea Scoop

Time, Patience, and Daily Use

This lacquer artwork was completed over the course of more than a year. Dissatisfied with the initial result, it was dismantled and reworked, then left to mature. A year and a half later, it reached its final state—not rushed, not compromised. What you see is the result of patience rather than process.

Made from fabric, lime, copper, Xuan paper, and gold powder, with natural lacquer as the primary medium, this piece is thin, light, and unexpectedly strong. Subtle brilliance beneath the surface. The gold powder isn't a flash, but a slow glow that matures alongside the lacquer.It reflects a belief that true craftsmanship is not measured by speed, but by the willingness to wait.

Surprisingly light, undeniably strong. A structure of fabric, lime, and copper, unified by the eternal bond of natural lacquer.

How It Feels

Light, Calm, and Reassuring

• Thin and lightweight, easy to lift and use daily
• Solid and stable despite its delicate appearance
• Warm, quiet tactility unique to natural lacquer
• Comfortable to handle, inviting frequent use rather than display-only admiration

This is a piece that feels calm in the hands—neither fragile nor loud.

Why It’s Different

Lacquer as Time Itself

Natural lacquer is not simply a coating; it is a living material that hardens, stabilizes, and matures over time. The process allows no shortcuts.

• Reworked after the first completion, then rested and refined
• Multi-material structure layered for strength and lightness
• Food-safe due to traditional lacquer techniques
• Each surface carries subtle, unrepeatable variations

This is not decorative perfection, but honest completion.

Built for Daily Use

• Suitable for holding food
• Durable lacquer surface resistant to normal daily handling
• Easy to wipe clean after use
• Designed to be used often, not stored away

Natural lacquer is one of Earth's first bio-plastics. Fully food-safe and heat-resistant, it invites your favorite fruits or dry sweets to rest on its surface.

With time, the surface will develop a deeper, softer sheen.

Founder Anchor

“I believe an artwork can also be a daily object. If something is beautiful but never used, it remains unfinished.”

— Kevin

This piece is meant to live with you—quietly, repeatedly, and over time.

FAQ Highlights

• Is this lacquer artwork food-safe?
  Yes. Traditional lacquer techniques make it suitable for holding food.
• Is it fragile?
  No. Despite being thin and light, the layered structure makes it remarkably sturdy.
• Will the surface change over time?
  Yes. Natural lacquer develops a deeper patina with regular use, which is considered part of its beauty.
• Is every piece the same?
  No. Each piece is unique due to hand application, material interaction, and time-based finishing.

This is not a collectible defined by rarity, but by use—where time, material, and daily life quietly meet.