Brass trivet, Star
Cast brass trivet designed by Masanori Oji and made by FUTAGAMI in Takaoka, Japan, since 1897. Star shape, dimensions 165 × 165 × 15 mm, the brass naturally changes color over time through oxidation.
BRASS TRIVET - STAR
Designed by Masanori Oji and made by Futagami in Japan.
Founded in 1897, FUTAGAMI has long been producing brass objects used in Buddhist traditions. Brass products gradually change color over the years due to oxidation. Enjoy this charming brass life object for many years.
FUTAGAMI
“Futagami,” a brass foundry established in the city of Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, Japan, in 1897, launched a brand of brass interior items called “FUTAGAMI.”
Brass has long been used in various fields such as metal fittings for architecture, ships, and furniture because of its corrosion resistance and moderate workability.
It has a long history as a material for arts and crafts or Buddhist altar equipment because of its soft texture with an elegant shine.
Brass products gradually change color over the years due to oxidation.
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Features
- Dimensions
- L165 × D165 × H15 mm
- Weight
- 380 g
- Material
- Brass
- Color
- Gilded
- Designer
- Masanori Oji
- Origin
- Takaoka, Japan
- Brand since
- 1897
A brass foundry in Takaoka
The foundry was established in 1897 in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, Japan. It has long produced brass objects used in Buddhist traditions. It launched a brand of brass interior items under the name FUTAGAMI. The pieces are designed by Masanori Oji and made by Futagami in Japan.
Manufacturing
Brass, from casting to use
Takaoka, 1897
The foundry was established in 1897 in the city of Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. It has been working with brass since that date.
Buddhist objects
The company has long been making brass pieces used in Japanese Buddhist traditions. It still produces them today.
The FUTAGAMI brand
The foundry has launched a brand of brass interior items under the name FUTAGAMI. The objects intended for the home come from the same workshop.
Why brass?
Brass resists corrosion and is easy to work with. It has long been used for architectural fittings, ships, and furniture.
Drawing and casting
The pieces are designed by the designer Masanori Oji, then manufactured by Futagami in Japan.
A finish that evolves
Under the effect of oxidation, brass gradually changes color over the years. This evolution accompanies the life of the object.