Kintsugi Plate "Tenmoku" Black 01
Kintsugi Plate "Tenmoku" Black 01
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Kintsugi Plate "Tenmoku" Black 01 is a kintsugi artwork inspired by Tenmoku tea bowls, a traditional Japanese pottery characterized by its black glaze. The deep black color contrasted with the beautiful gold lines of kintsugi makes this a unique piece created by Taku Nakano, an internationally renowned kintsugi artist who teaches the technique to thousands of people annually. Kintsugi embraces the philosophy of seeing beauty in flaws and imperfections, making it a popular gift to celebrate those who have overcome illness, setbacks, or hardships.
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: Width 15.0 cm (5.9 in) × Height 8.5 cm (3.3 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.