• Gift set of an iridescent coral-shaped cup repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique, and a paulownia wood box.
  • Close-up of an iridescent coral-shaped cup repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique, showcasing the beautiful golden joinery.
  • Hand holding an iridescent coral-shaped cup repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique.
  • Tokyo, Japan
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Taku Nakano

Kintsugi Sake Cup "Colored Clay Luster"

Kintsugi Sake Cup "Colored Clay Luster"

$799.00 AUD
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This series showcases the beauty of vessels that can appear iridescent depending on how the light hits them, combined with the brilliance of pure gold powder, embodying the aesthetics of wabi (imperfection) and sabi (aged beauty). The sake cup features a unique glossy finish that dynamically interacts with light.

This unique sake cup is a handmade creation by Taku Nakano, a globally renowned kintsugi artist. Each piece is crafted as a one-of-a-kind item. The gold seams symbolize the overcoming of scars and difficulties, transforming them into a new form of beauty, representing a philosophy of renewal.

These kintsugi pieces are more than practical objects; they carry deep emotional and philosophical meanings. They are an ideal choice for those seeking a personal connection and profound significance in art.

Safely packaged in a paulownia wood box inscribed with kintsugi characters, these pieces are perfect as gifts. They symbolize the overcoming of adversity and its transformation into beauty, making them an unparalleled gift for anyone who values resilience and transformation.

Kintsugi

Originating from Japan's distinctive historical and cultural context, Kintsugi is a traditional technique for elegantly repairing broken ceramics. In Japan, a land frequently struck by natural disasters like earthquakes and typhoons, the practice of Kintsugi has evolved, symbolizing the people's resilience in overcoming challenges and emerging stronger and more beautiful. This philosophy is not just about repairing but also enhancing objects, making them stronger and more attractive than before.

Kintsugi embodies the aesthetic of "Wabi-Sabi," appreciating the beauty in imperfection and the passage of time. The "Mottainai" ethos, promoting recycling and respect for objects, has been a part of Japanese culture since the Edo period. This belief, that everything deserves a second chance and that overcoming difficulties leads to greater strength and beauty, is deeply interwoven with the Kintsugi technique and culture.

More than just a repair method, Kintsugi represents the synergy of Japanese spirit and culture, offering not only physical restoration but also therapeutic benefits and underscoring the profound bond between objects and people. As a symbol of Japan's history, culture, and spiritual fortitude, Kintsugi adds new value to broken items, making them significant in our sustainable modern world.

Product Details

  • Quantity: 1
  • Dimension: Diameter 8.8 cm (3.5 in) × Height 6.8 cm (2.7 in)
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Origin: Made in Tokyo, Japan
  • Brand: Taku Nakano

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Taku Nakano

Taku Nakano is a potter who runs a ceramics studio in Tokyo. He creates unique ceramic pieces with a focus on cosmic motifs, crafting artworks in his own distinctive style. He also works as a Kintsugi master and was commissioned by the Georgian government to repair a wine jar, which was displayed as a symbolic object representing the meeting of Georgian wine culture and Japanese Kintsugi culture at the Georgian Wine Exhibition.

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