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Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi : The Japanese Art of Repairing Pottery and Glass by Michihiro Hori (2022, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherTuttle Publishing

ISBN-104805316748

ISBN-139784805316740

eBay Product ID (ePID)12050393562

Product Key Features

Book TitleBeginner's Guide to Kintsugi : the Japanese Art of Repairing Pottery and Glass

Number of Pages96 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPottery & Ceramics, Decorative Arts

Publication Year2022

IllustratorYes

GenreDesign, Antiques & Collectibles, Crafts & Hobbies

AuthorMichihiro Hori

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight23 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7.5 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

Reviews"Based on the concept of wabi-sabi (or the beauty of imperfection), kintsugi is the Japanese art of fixing broken pottery. Author, craftsman, and manga artist Michihiro Hori offers guidance on repairing handles, reinforcing cracks, and using lacquer and metallic powders." -- Library Journal, Based on the concept of wabi-sabi (or the beauty of imperfection), kintsugi is the Japanese art of fixing broken pottery. Author, craftsman, and manga artist Michihiro Hori offers guidance on repairing handles, reinforcing cracks, and using lacquer and metallic powders. -- Library Journal , "One of the first things a new ceramicist learns is that ceramics break, and break often. Kintsugi is the famed Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold to make a broken thing both whole and more precious than the original." -- Book Riot

TitleLeadingA

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal738.18

SynopsisOld, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever! The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash -- but didn't know how -- the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi ('gold repair') offers the perfect solution! A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi teaches you the traditional Japanese techniques of pottery and glass repair based on the ancient Wabi Sabi idea that imperfections are beautiful, and visible repairs are part of the 'life story' of an object. Author Michihiro Hori provides simple, safe, and inexpensive methods that you can do at home using tools and materials that are readily available online. Hori guides you through the entire process--from assembling and mixing the materials to reconstructing replacements for hopelessly shattered shards. With this book, you'll learn how to: Reinforce cracks, rebuild shattered areas, and apply the time-honoured staple technique Fix broken handles so they are fully functional again Safely work with lacquer and metallic powders to achieve beautiful, visible repairs Work with a variety of repair materials from gold leaf to washi paper Repair pottery and glass using traditional techniques for stunning results As you take the time to prepare your materials and work closely with the pieces, you'll find yourself becoming attuned to the mindful philosophy at the heart of Kintsugi and the Wabi Sabi principle of appreciating old and imperfect objects. Most of all, the meditative process of Kintsugi will help you look at broken objects in a new way., **Named a "Best of Ceramic Books" by Book Riot** Old, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever! The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash--but didn't know how--the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi ("gold repair") offers the perfect solution! A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi teaches you the traditional Japanese techniques of pottery and glass repair based on the ancient Wabi Sabi idea that imperfections are beautiful, and visible repairs are part of the "life story" of an object. Author Michihiro Hori provides simple, safe, and inexpensive methods that you can do at home using tools and materials that are readily available online. Hori guides you through the entire process--from assembling and mixing the materials to reconstructing replacements for hopelessly shattered shards. With this book, you'll learn how to: Reinforce cracks, rebuild shattered areas, and apply the time-honored staple technique Fix broken handles so they are fully functional again Safely work with lacquer and metallic powders to achieve beautiful, visible repairs Work with a variety of repair materials from gold leaf to washi paper Repair pottery and glass using traditional techniques for stunning results As you take the time to prepare your materials and work closely with the pieces, you'll find yourself becoming attuned to the mindful philosophy at the heart of Kintsugi and the Wabi Sabi principle of appreciating old and imperfect objects. Most of all, the meditative process of Kintsugi will help you look at broken objects in a new way.

LC Classification NumberNK4233