Brass Paperweight – Square

Description

I am a brass square paperweight. I pin down papers like an acclaimed heavyweight champion. I’m a small little guy but pack a big punch. Those other guys don’t have a fighting chance against me!

Curator’s Notes

This square (14 sided) paperweight is a great addition for any desk. It can pin down papers, business cards or receipts. We love the subtle textural difference as two sides of the polyhedron have smooth brushed finishes while the others feature a crude casting surface. Their weight feels substantial and appropriate for daily use while the slow oxidization of the brass keeps its coloration and texture looking richer over many years of usage.

Square Paperweight was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Futagami

Designer: Masanori Oji

Specifications

Dimensions: 1.75” (w) x 1.75” (l) x 1.5” (h) or 44mm (w) x 44mm (l) x 38mm (h)

Weight: 0.65lbs or 0.30kg

Materials: Brass

Details

• Made in Japan
• Also available in a set with the Rhombus and Triangle Paperweight here
• Copper acquisition from Toyama Prefecture
• Molding in Takaoka City
• Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc
• Brass products gradually change their color over the course of many years due to oxidization
• A camel colored patina is expected to develop within 5 years
• A russet brown color patina is expected to develop at approximately 30 years
• Casted brass and polished brass surface
• Engraved Futagami logo