Iraku Uozumi III Yasuhiko (三代魚住為楽 安彦), Japanese, (b. 1937)

A Sahari Rin (砂張風鈴)

Showa Era (1926 – 1989) or Heisei Era (1989- 2019)

About the work

A finely crafted sahari wind bell by Iraku Uozumi III Yasuhiko, one of Japan's most respected masters of traditional bronze casting. Cast in sahari, an ancient copper-tin alloy prized for its exceptionally clear and resonant tone, the bell displays a restrained and elegant form inspired by classical temple bells. The dark patinated surface is subtly modelled with concentric bands, highlighting the precision of its casting and finishing.

Suspended beneath the bell is a paper tanzaku inscribed with the phrase Seiryū Kyōmyō (清流響妙), meaning "the wondrous resonance of a clear stream," evoking the tranquil soundscape of flowing water and the contemplative spirit associated with traditional Japanese wind bells. The bell produces a pure, lingering tone characteristic of high-quality sahari alloy, a sound long appreciated in Buddhist ritual implements and tea ceremony culture.

The wind bell is accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako) and supporting documentation.

Dimensions

6cm(h) x 3.8cm(w)

Footnote

Iraku Uozumi III, Yasuhiko (born 1937 in Kanazawa) is a master metal artisan specializing in sahari. Trained under his grandfather, the first Iraku, he mastered gong-making and advanced metalworking techniques. A member of the Japan Kōgei Association since 1962, he has received numerous honors including the Purple Ribbon Medal. In 2002, he succeeded as the third-generation Iraku and was designated a Living National Treasure. His works are highly regarded for their deep resonance and refined finish, representing the pinnacle of Kanazawa metalcraft.