• Magenta kintsugi wine goblet repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique, presented in a paulownia wood box with the inscription "Kintsugi".
  • Magenta kintsugi wine goblet repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique.
  • Magenta kintsugi wine goblet repaired with Kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique.
  • The interior of a magenta wine goblet, revealing the delicate kintsugi repair and the unique color combination.
  • Tokyo, Japan
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Taku Nakano

Kintsugi Wine Goblet "Magenta" with a Paulownia Wood Box

Kintsugi Wine Goblet "Magenta" with a Paulownia Wood Box

$582.00 CAD
$582.00 CAD
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Embrace the art of kintsugi with this exquisite wine goblet, a masterpiece meticulously repaired with shimmering gold by celebrated artisan Taku Nakano. Its deep, reddish-purple hue beautifully contrasts with the golden seams, a testament to the resilience and transformation embodied in the kintsugi philosophy.

Presented in a paulownia wood box inscribed with "kintsugi," this goblet is more than just a functional object; it's a symbol of finding beauty in imperfection, a truly unique and meaningful gift for those who appreciate the art of overcoming adversity.

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 7.5 cm (2.9 in) x Height 12.4 cm (4.9 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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