Haku Meiga—a series where master foil artisans recreate famous ukiyo-e with Kanazawa Haku, letting the artwork glow against a luminous foil background.
The motif is “Kamikiri no Kidan” (The Hair-Cutting Mystery), a humorous print depicting an unknown creature drawn to a woman’s hair. According to the tale, a maid is attacked late at night, and her carefully tied hair is mysteriously cut and left nearby.
Use it to serve, organize small items, or add a playful statement to your space.
Utagawa Yoshifuji (1828 – 1887) worked from the late Edo period into Meiji, known for carefully rendered prints including humorous scenes and works made for popular audiences.
Materials: Glass, Brass Leaf
Dimensions: W 5.9 × D 3.74 × H 0.79 in
Care:
- Hand wash gently with a soft sponge and mild dish soap.
- Avoid dishwasher and microwave.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners; dry thoroughly after washing.
Note: As each piece is handmade, color and foil expression may vary slightly.
