479 results for "kintsugi"

Val Saint Lambert paperweight Crystal Cut-to- Clear Weight Crystal 0.9 Kg Vibrant, cased-crystal Very colourful and a nice bright addition for any decorator. Looks simply stunning....

Ceramic Vase - Handcraft made in Italy - Studio Ceramic - 70s Italian vintage form vase made of ceramic with a beautiful course glaze. This vintage design object is in its original ...

Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...

A wonderful ceramic catch all or ash tray... would work well as a catch all or for candy, cigars or 420. Also a compliment to any side table, desk or work station. Colorful and i...

Sculptural dual branch ceramic modernist Ikebana White glaze with a fantastic form. Retains a partial original paper label. Japan, 1960s

A stunning set of scandinavian modern plate and vase by Nils Thorsson for Aluminia, Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. Thorsson’s “Baca“ series features highly detailed and complex relief ...

Exquisite Japanese contemporary gilded porcelain vase in a beautiful shape, intricately hand-painted in various hues of purple, a masterpiece by widely acclaimed master porcelain art...

Qing dynasty an antique important Chinese famille rose porcelain 9 pieces sweetmeat dishes set with very beautiful rosewood box, hand painted. excellent con...

Antique broken ceramic Japanese sake bup repaired with glass. Broken chips are welded by glass. This work is study for relationship between object and decoration. Subject is Destru...

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Artist Guigen Zha paints a realistic still life of lotuses in different stages of development. He props them on Chinese ceramic vases against a background of ...

The stunning pair of Satsuma vases from the Meiji period, true masterpieces of Japanese art. These magnificent vases are a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Japa...

A Rare Porcelain Dish, Arita Kilns. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 17th century, 18th century Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Overall...

Apadana's Modern Moroccan Style wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: 80 Wool and 20 Cotton. Techniques: Hand-Loomed. Style: Moroccan. Lead time: Approx....

A Shoki-Imari Porcelain Dish, Arita Kilns c.1630 -1650. Visible in the pictures is a flat dish with everted rim and its thick rough foot-rim is typical of some of the earliest Japane...

A Korean ceramic shallow bowl on ring foot in the classic Buncheong (or Punch'ong) style from early Joseon Dynasty circa 15th century. The bowl features...

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This Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) bowl is attributed to the kilns of Yunnan province, painted in dark cobalt underglaze with floral motifs and sweeping brushstrokes. Dated to the 15th/16...

‘Earthly Treasures No 35’ is a unique sculptural bowl by the British artist, Morrison Thomas. It is made from horse chestnut burr inlaid with malachite, azurite, chrysocolla, native ...

Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen dark glazed stoneware vase with raised birds design. The vase is signed with 3 blue waves for Royal Copenhagen and the monogram JM for Jørgen Mo...

"LarA 004" is an original sculpture from the LarA series by Spanish artist José Perozo, completed in 2024. Measuring 21 x 29 x 17 cm, this artwork merges the female figure with archi...

The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations. It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...

This enamel Rams ring is very special. It is enameled in Green with Ruby accents throughout. This ring is used and the band is a bit out of shape but definitely wearable. It has t...

A fine signed Danish Modern pepper shaker and open salt cellar pair. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Pattern no. 2A, entitled Blossom. Comprising a pepper shaker, an open s...

French vintage vase typical of traditional japanese culture Ceramic decorated with a geisha holding a fan on one side and with flowering cherry branches and a butterfly. Made circa 1...

David Morrison has extended his brand of hyperrealism to the artificial, capturing the intricate lithography that decorates his collection of vintage Kohler wind-up birds. His drawin...

‘Earthly Treasures No 36’ is a unique sculptural bowl by the British artist, Morrison Thomas. It is made from burred acacia inlaid with azurite, chrysocolla, malachite and gold. Mor...

Beautiful Blue and White Porcelain Asian Cache Pot. Very large pot with amazing hand painted details. Add this gorgeous pot to your Collection. Perfect...

A Korean white porcelain jar with underglaze blue paint circa the second half of 19th century. Porcelain jars of this elongated form with swell shoulder, wide and slightly everted mo...

A beautiful stoneware vase of Japoniste inspiration, black with a flowing cracked white drips, by the French art deco ceramist Leon Pointu (1879-1942), sig...

This wooden board was made in the Taisho era. It was used as a "mochi board." A "mochi board" is a board from the Meiji era that was used as a workbench for kneading flour, and is m...

A very nicely decorated plate from ca 1620-1650. Unusual plate with central carvings of a Foo Lion, never seen before (difficult to capture the carvings properly, I treid with my pho...

An early ceramic tea bowl (chawan) from Korean dated to 16th century of the Joseon Dynasty. The gracefully potted and glazed bowl was made in the shape of Katade (Strong Hand) which ...

Anna Lisa Thomson (1905-1952), Sweden. Vase in white glazed ceramics with seashells, circa 1950. Measures: 18 x 8 cm. In excellent condition. ...

Separate Me from the Earth is 2023 work of Maki Kuchida. The painted size of the work is approx. 24x57cm, while the framed size is approx. 45 x 75cm. It is framed with archival gra...

A massive stoneware tsubo floor jar created by Japanese contemporary ceramic artist Kai Tsujimura (1976-). The heavy jar with its impressive volume was made in the tradition of Iga ware with local coarse sandy clay that turned reddish after the firing. It took its shape from heavy medieval storage jars with a wide-open mouth. For a nearly identical form, see an Echizen jar from Heian period (794–1185) in the collection of MET (Accession Number: 1977.261). The surface showcases scattered white crystalized feldspars and a green vitrified ash glaze cascade down the body (known as biidoro in Japanese - after the Portuguese word for glass vidoro). These is a globular shape impressed on the jar. It is a signature practice of the Tsujimura potter family by stacking bowls between the pieces in the kiln during the firing, resulting in an accidental but iconic aethetic (Kai and Yui Tsujimura...

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The horse exudes power and gentleness, carrying a bird's nest on its back. The blue egg symbolizes vulnerability and new beginnings. The piece tells a narrative...

A pair of hand polished, decorative brass, scroll andirons. Heavy and very well made, thick gage.

Elegent contemporary Japanese dimpled decorative porcelain plate, a unique piece gilded and hand painted by highly acclaimed porcelain artist of Japan’s Imari-Arita region. This mast...

Stunning "Kuan Su" engraved painting in patinated bronze and pewter with floral motif and hand-applied blue and orange enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “P....

A striking vintage Chinese famille rose moon-flask vase from the mid-20th century, this piece features twin gilt dragon handles and vibrant hand-painted enamel decoration. The flatte...

A Japanese porcelain charger plate from the 19th century, with hand-painted blue and white blooming tree, flowers and butterfly décor. Created...

Rusha Handarbeit ceramic wall plate , 1970s Germany

This rustic container was made over a hundred years ago to measure and hold a dou of rice, a traditional Chinese unit of volume. The rice measure has a square form with tapered sides...

<> This work uses a vintage kimono fabric with marble pattern, that makes it look like a real piece of marble. The line in the middle symbolizes “kintsugi” - concept of wabi-sabi, which values imperfection, impermanence, and the beauty of aging. It is elegantly framed with paulownia wood originally used for kimono chest-of-drawers, and is filled with storytelling and sense of luxury. I used pieces of kimono that could no longer be used as clothing and kiritansu chest-of-drawers that would normally be discarded to create the ultimate upcycled piece. << Explanation and meaning of pattern and colors >> Kintsugi (金継ぎ), which translates to "golden joinery" or "golden repair," is a traditional Japanese art form of repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum. I used this tecnique here to "repair" antique kimono by transforming it into art work. Beyond its literal meaning of mending broken ceramics, kintsugi carries profound philosophical and cultural significance in Japanese tradition: ・Embracing Imperfection: Kintsugi celebrates imperfection and impermanence. Rather than disguising or concealing flaws, it highlights them, treating the breakage as part of the object's history. This philosophy encourages acceptance of imperfection as an essential aspect of life, beauty, and human experience. ・Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic: Kintsugi embodies the principles of wabi-sabi, an aesthetic worldview centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. Wabi-sabi values simplicity, authenticity, and the beauty of things that are imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete. Kintsugi exemplifies these principles by turning what might be considered flaws into features that enhance the object's beauty and character. ・Resilience and Transformation: The act of repairing broken things with precious metals symbolizes resilience and transformation. Instead of discarding or replacing the broken object, kintsugi honors its history and transforms it into something new and valuable. This reflects broader philosophical themes of overcoming adversity, finding beauty in imperfection, and embracing change. ・Honoring the Past: Kintsugi preserves and honors the history of the object. Rather than erasing or ignoring its past, it acknowledges and celebrates it. This aspect of kintsugi can be seen as a metaphor for honoring our own personal histories, including the challenges and setbacks we have faced, and recognizing how they have shaped us into who we are today. ・Spiritual and Philosophical Symbolism: Kintsugi has spiritual and philosophical implications, reflecting concepts such as the interconnectedness of all things, the cycle of life and death, and the pursuit of harmony and balance. The process of repairing broken objects with precious metals is seen as a metaphor for spiritual growth, enlightenment, and the journey towards wholeness. Overall, kintsugi represents not only a practical technique for repairing ceramics but also a profound philosophical and cultural perspective on life, beauty, and the human experience. It embodies values such as resilience, acceptance, and the transformative power of embracing imperfection. << Characteristics of the fabric >> This vintage textile is hand-painted with a traditional painting technique where the colors are added on wet surface, which creates an effect of marble. << About the frame >> Kiritansu - chest-of-drawers for kimono, is traditionally made from paulownia wood, a uniquely Japanese material closely tied to the world of kimonos. Paulownia wood is known as the lightest wood in Japan, prased for its natural luster, resistance to moisture, and resilience against cracking. Since ancient times, it has been used in crafting furniture, chests, and musical instruments. During the Edo period, it became customary to store cherished kimonos in paulownia chests...

Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...

ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) "Pleats Please" short pants in black, blue, and green tones. Size 2. 1996 Fall-Winter Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size: 35...

Artwork made with pigment (Iwaenogu), glue & water on cotton paper (Washi) marouflaged on Japanese wooden panel Fusako Ekuni is a Japanese artist born in 1947 and who lives & works ...

"And They're Off!" (2023) by Dianne L Massey Dunbar is a playful oil painting that depicts a race between two toy cars. This piece measures 6 x 6 inches and 1...

Chicago-based artist Michael Thompson creates unique compositions of abstract painted elements and a collage of vintage Asian ephemera—including fragments of fabric, scrolls, drawings, and books collected during his travels. In a departure from his split bamboo kite series, this work on stretched canvas entitled "Study in Red" layers textured paper and silken fragments within a rosy...

On offer is a rare Ko-seto (old seto) stoneware ewer from Kamakura period (12-14th century) Japan. The exceptionally heavily potted ewer is made of stoneware. The main body was likely hand-coiled with individually built handle, sprout and wheel-made neck and mouth assembled. It takes the basic form from the contemporary Chinese ewer...

Pair of Chinese mahogany tole demilune hinged poly chromed tea bins with gilt figural stenciling and decorative landscape scenes with foliage and bird motif, M...

Beaded Necklace Overall Length: 20" This finely carved yellow jadeite pendant (on matching jadeite beads) features a finely carved Shouxing pendant on matching beaded necklace. Shouxing, in Chinese mythology, one of three stellar gods known collectively as Fulushou. He was also called Nanji Laoren (“Old Man of the South Pole”). Though greatly revered as the god of longevity (shou), Shouxing has no temples. Instead, birthday parties for elders provide a fitting time for visitors to bow before his statue, which is draped in embroidered silk robes...

A sculptural brass wall lamp by Danish designer Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, produced in Denmark in the second half of the 20th century. Renowned for his expressive modernist lighting, ...

The Sakura floral jewellery, SakuraMai Collection from Pearl’Amour, a collaboration with MOISEIKIN, captures the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms through timeless craftsmanship and...

This striking metal side table is an authentic Italian design from the 1960s, inspired by the molecular and atomic structures that fascinated designers during the space-age era. Craf...

Katana tube composition chandelier is a breath-taking one of a kind chandelier , ideal for a big space area or a big staircase , completely customizable as a décor pattern length and...

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Two horses stand side by side, bathed in the glow of a full moon. Artist Jennifer Ross titled this piece after the expression, “I love you to the moon and back.” She used her signature eggshell collage technique combined with acrylic paint and paper to add texture and depth to the composition. By extending the artwork to the sides, Jennifer enhances its dimensionality.

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Artist Jennifer Ross finds inspiration in gathering and replicating fragments of nature. "Birds, nests, eggs, and horses represent my realization that life embodies a tension between wanting security and the love of freedom," says Jennifer. Through her art, she aspires to convey a healing power inspired by the living world. Jennifer initially aspired to follow her mother and grandfather's artistic path but took a detour and began a decade-long career working in art galleries, selling the artwork of others, and doing framing design. Eventually, her creative soul persisted. She began experimenting with small pastel...

Mid Century Modern ceramic vase features an abstract motif in Burgundy red glaze, sponged on in free-flowing patterns and outlined with gold, on light green background. The decor ap...

Padded standing light with painted steel structure. N°3 glass light bulbs 12 W, 2700 K and fabric wire. Palm Beach is a soft palm tree with crazy coconuts that double as lights. Palm...

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A nest cradles two delicate blue eggs in this mixed-media painting, symbolizing safety, connection, and the comforting pull of warmth and security. Artist Jennifer Ross used eggshell collage and layered gel medium to craft the nest's strands, creating a beautifully dimensional effect.

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Artist Jennifer Ross finds inspiration in gathering and replicating fragments of nature. "Birds, nests, eggs, and horses represent my realization that life embodies a tension between wanting security and the love of freedom," says Jennifer. Through her art, she aspires to convey a healing power inspired by the living world. Jennifer initially aspired to follow her mother and grandfather's artistic path but took a detour and began a decade-long career working in art galleries, selling the artwork of others, and doing framing design. Eventually, her creative soul persisted. She began experimenting with small pastel...