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Kintsugi Bowl "Blue Rose Nebula" with a Paulownia Wood Box

Kintsugi Bowl "Blue Rose Nebula" with a Paulownia Wood Box

$960 USD
$960 USD
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Introducing the "Blue Rose Nebula Kintsugi" series crafted by the renowned ceramist and kintsugi master, Taku Nakano. This collection captures the celestial grandeur of the blue glow of the Rose Nebula, blending Japanese tradition with contemporary elegance. The unique bowls in this series are ideal for everyday use or as a distinguished addition to any collection.

Each handmade bowl transcends mere functionality, embodying the Japanese aesthetic of kintsugi, which finds beauty in damage and imperfection. This philosophy makes the "Blue Rose Nebula Kintsugi" series a perfect commemorative gift for those who have overcome illness or adversity, symbolizing resilience and new beginnings.

Each bowl is carefully packaged in a paulownia gift box inscribed with kintsugi, ensuring its safe delivery. This thoughtful packaging not only protects these valuable items during transit but also enhances their value as gifts.

For those seeking items with deep emotional and philosophical significance, the "Blue Rose Nebula Kintsugi" bowl offers a connection to hope and the human capacity for repair and growth. This series resonates with anyone who values the profound interplay of beauty and resilience in life's journey.

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 20.0 cm (7.9 in) × Height 6.0 cm (2.4 in)
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Origin: Made in Tokyo, Japan
  • Brand: Taku Nakano

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White and black kintsugi cups and bowl, showcasing the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold lacquer.

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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