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Kintsugi Art of Japan
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Harsh Valecha · · 3 min

Kintsugi Art of Japan

Kintsugi, the art of repairing broken pottery with gold, became a symbol of beauty and resilience in Japan's Edo period. This traditional craft has a rich history, dating back to the 15th century. According to historians at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, kintsugi may have originated when Japanese shōgun Ashikaga Yoshimasa sent a damaged Chinese tea bowl back to China for repairs. Discover how this unique art form transformed broken pottery into stunning works of art.

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