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Kintsugi golden pottery repair
Give broken ceramics a new lease of life by mending the cracks with powdered gold and lacquer.
Literally "golden joinery", kintsugi uses lacquer dust mixed with powdered gold to repair broken pottery or ceramics. The aim is not to hide the breakages but display the imperfections in a way that is even more beautiful.
This art form is the epitome of wabi sabi - the acceptance of transience and imperfection. It's said that kintsugi originated in the 15th century when Japanese craftsman began repairing damaged pottery for the shogun.
We can arrange a hands-on lesson where you can learn about the history and techniques of kintsugi and repair a broken item to take home.
For more information email us: [email protected] or call: + 44 117 244 3380
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