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5 cze 2020 · Japanese lacquer, or urushi, is a transformative and highly prized material that has been refined for over 7000 years. Cherished for its infinite versatility, urushi is a distinctive art form that has spread across all facets of Japanese culture from the tea ceremony to modern abstract sculpture.
Marie Antoinette’s collection of Japanese lacquer is fascinating for being comprised of mostly domestic-taste lacquer, rather than the export ware so popular in Europe at the time. The collection is split between the Louvre and the Musée Guimet in Paris, and the palace of Versailles.
29 sty 2024 · Discover the timeless allure of Tamba lacquer craftsmanship and experience hands-on workshops in picturesque Miyama, Kyoto in this article.
25 lip 2023 · Lacquerware is a uniquely East Asian craft with deep roots in Japan. It is commonly seen as tableware like bowls, plates, chopsticks, cups, coasters, and cutlery, along with containers like traditional “jubako,” decorative plates and other ornaments, hand mirrors, tea utensils, vases, combs, trays, and more.
14 maj 2020 · Japanese lacquerware is a tradition that dates back to 5000 BC, during the Jomon period of Japanese prehistory. Made from the toxic sap of the Japanese lacquer tree (native to China and India), the specific lacquer can be found on pictures, decorative pieces like Buddha statues, bento boxes, ceramics, furniture, a variety of prints, and more.
12 cze 2024 · Wajima lacquerware is noted for its lacquer sheen and luxurious gold leaf, maintaining traditional techniques while adapting to contemporary designs with flexibility. In contrast, Kutani ware is appreciated for its vibrant painting and diverse designs, adding color to modern living.
The use of natural lacquer, known as urushi, has a 9,000-year history in Japan. Lacquered artifacts dating back to the prehistoric Jomon period (10,000–300 BCE) have been found at various archeological sites throughout Japan.
