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The tongs are like twin comets, flying side by side in the dark universe.
It started as an image that suddenly came to mind while I was looking at an illustrated book of sea urchins and starfish, and before I knew it, it had flown out of the sea and into space.
It is even smaller than Jute's mini tongs, making it a cute addition to any table.
Rouille
The “weathered color” that condenses the time Hiro Kashihara has devoted to cutlery, and the “muted glow” that gradually develops in the hands of its user.
At the boundary where these two times overlap—like waves meeting the shore—a subdued tone emerges. Kashihara named this finish “Rouille.”
With use, small scratches and soft tarnish appear, leaving traces of the owner’s daily life.
It is a series that embodies the idea of “Spoon You Nurture.”
Artist
Hiro Kashihara
I create small supporting characters that quietly hold up the beauty and deliciousness of the table.
My journey into cutlery making began when my wife, who loves cooking, collected beautiful tableware and cutlery. Wanting to create moments that would make her happy and to offer her beautiful tea times, I began making cutlery myself.
Since 2020, I have been working as a cutlery artist, developing a style based on the concept of “Spoon You Nurture,” using materials such as brass and nickel silver that enhance the enjoyment of aging over time.
Today, I see cutlery as a canvas, creating new works by distilling scenes and moments I find beautiful into simple forms.
The Appeal of Brass
Brass is a material traditionally used in antique tableware.
It is an alloy of copper and zinc, and typically possesses a beautiful golden luster.
In Hiro Kashihara’s work, the surface is heat-treated to create a distinctive matte, amber-toned finish. This process produces subtle shadows and depth, allowing the material’s quiet character to emerge.
The artist handcrafts each piece.
There may be differences in texture, color, shape, and size between the photograph and the piece you receive, but we hope you will enjoy each piece's unique character.
| size | 117mm length x 25mm width x 30mm height |
| weight | Approximately 24g |
| material | Brass (C2801) |
| country of origin | Japan |
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