Very comprehensive, this practical manual presents everything there is to know about Japanese vegetable lacquer. It contains more than a thousand photographs to illustrate the key points of each lacquering process, the handling of tools and the way in which the lacquer is mixed with the primers. The numerous step-by-step guides cover a wide range of techniques from classic vermilion lacquer to more alternative practices such as textured lacquer or lacquered fabric. Decorative processes are also covered, including the famous maki-e and gold leaf gilding. A complete chapter is devoted to kintsugi, a method of repairing ceramic objects consisting of sublimating cracks with lacquer sprinkled with gold.
Combining simple and advanced techniques, this book will delight beginners and qualified practitioners alike, who will find it a reference book.

Informations :

Authors: Akiyoshi Totoki, Shigeki Kudo, Takaaki Nishikawa

Publisher: Editions Vial

Year: 2023

Pages: 226

Format : 21,5 x 27,5 cm

Cover: Hardcover

French language

ISBN: 978-2-85101-257-9

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