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The Japanese Maki-e technique was first devised in the Tempyo Era (710-794), and was further refined in the Heian Era (794-1194), when the method was perfected and several distinct styles emerged. The beautiful traditional patterns, featuring rich lustrous surfaces enhanced by elegant touches of gold and silver, are highly appreciated by art enthusiasts throughout the world. Modern Maki-e is the technque which is done by silk screen printing under the layer and finished by Maki-e craftsman's hand one by one.