TORTOISE-yellow paper Lue Brass Eating*Lue Brass Flatware

Description:
Ruka Kikuchi, Affectionately Known As Lue, Is The Artisan Behind The Creation Of Lue Brass, From His Studio Located In Setouchi, Japan. Using The Time-Honored Technique Of Hand-Hammering, Each Piece In His Collection Of Brass Spoons, Forks And Utensils Possess A Simple Yet Unique Form Form, With A Captivating Golden Sheen That Make These Functional Pieces A Work Of Art In Its Own Right. Whether Adorning Your Space As Exquisite Ornaments Or Enhancing Your Dining Experience, These One-Of-A-Kind Creations Are Sure To Bring You Delight And Admiration.

Variation:
Each Piece Is Hammered By Hand And Completely Unique. The Product You Receive May Not Be The Exact Product In The Photograph. Brass Will Naturally Patina And Oxidize Over Time – Cherish The Maturation Of These Singular Utensils.

History:
Ruka Kikuchi, Affectionately Known As Lue, Is The Artisan Behind The Creation Of Exceptional Handcrafted Brass Utensils In His Studio Located In Setouchi, Japan. Kikuchi Embarked On His Metalwork Journey In Early 2001, Training Under The Guidance Of His Father. After An Intensive Six-Year Apprenticeship, He Ventured Into Crafting His Own Range Of Cutlery And Tableware. Each Piece In His Collection Is Meticulously Hand-Hammered, Resulting In Elegant And Distinctive Shapes Reminiscent Of The Intricate Metalworking Techniques Traditionally Reserved For Jewelry. Remarkably, Kikuchi Often Fashions A Single Piece Of Metal Into A Beautifully Functional Utensil. His Remarkable Craftsmanship Was Duly Recognized In 2010 When He Was Awarded The Japan Mingei Museum Exhibition Prize For His Outstanding Brass Utensil Line.