Kintsugi Goblet "The Dawn Starry Sky"
Kintsugi Goblet "The Dawn Starry Sky"
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Crafted by the world-renowned potter and kintsugi master Taku Nakano, the "Dawn Starry Sky Kintsugi" series elevates any setting with goblets that marry the dark elegance of lacquer-black with the radiant shimmer of a dawn's starry sky, using the unique Saidei luster technique—a perfect blend of Japanese tradition and contemporary flair for everyday luxury or as cherished collectibles.
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
The "Dawn Starry Sky Kintsugi" series features goblets beautifully adorned with kintsugi, blending the lacquer-black and the vivid brilliance reminiscent of the dawn's starry sky. This work by Taku Nakano, a world-renowned potter and kintsugi master based in Tokyo's Omotesando, employs his unique Saidei luster technique. This unique and meaningful series masterfully blends Japanese tradition with contemporary sensibilities, making it perfect for everyday use, as well as adding an elegant accent to home decor or serving as a treasured collectible.
Kintsugi
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
Product Details
- Quantity: 1
- Dimension: Diameter 9.0 cm (3.5 in) × Height 10 cm (3.9 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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