Area of loss on moulding during application of kokuso
刻苧を施す作業中の枠部の欠損部
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Area of loss on moulding during application of kokuso - 刻苧を施す作業中の枠部の欠損部
Two thin layers of kokuso, an urushi-based filling material bulked with sawdust, were used to build up the fill. Great care was taken not to cover or damage the original surface.