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Lacquerware (Shikki)
Lacquer and Its Characteristics (Cup Stand from Edo Period (1615–1868)) Lacquer is a natural resin paint derived from the sap of the lacquer tree trunk, which is a deciduous broadleaf...
Lacquerware (Shikki)
Lacquer and Its Characteristics (Cup Stand from Edo Period (1615–1868)) Lacquer is a natural resin paint derived from the sap of the lacquer tree trunk, which is a deciduous broadleaf...
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Japanese Pottery and Porcelain (Toujiki)
(https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7791/ancient-japanese-jar/) In Japan, people have used jars, tableware, and vases made from fired clay for centuries. The clay used for ceramics contains quartz, mainly composed of silicic acid. When heated,...
Japanese Pottery and Porcelain (Toujiki)
(https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7791/ancient-japanese-jar/) In Japan, people have used jars, tableware, and vases made from fired clay for centuries. The clay used for ceramics contains quartz, mainly composed of silicic acid. When heated,...
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Kakejiku: Japanese Hanging Scrolls
(Peonies/Seven-Character Quatrain) What is a Kakejiku? A “kakejiku”（掛軸）, is a hanging scroll that is traditionally used as indoor decoration. It features paintings or calligraphy mounted on cloth or paper,...
Kakejiku: Japanese Hanging Scrolls
(Peonies/Seven-Character Quatrain) What is a Kakejiku? A “kakejiku”（掛軸）, is a hanging scroll that is traditionally used as indoor decoration. It features paintings or calligraphy mounted on cloth or paper,...
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Nambu Tekki: Nambu Ironware
Nambu Ironware or “Nambu Tekki” (literal translation: “Southern Ironware”) refers to ironware made in Morioka City and Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture. Famous items under this category include iron kettles,...
Nambu Tekki: Nambu Ironware
Nambu Ironware or “Nambu Tekki” (literal translation: “Southern Ironware”) refers to ironware made in Morioka City and Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture. Famous items under this category include iron kettles,...
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