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Kintsugi Repair
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with precious metals to display the imperfection, rather than hiding it with traditional restoration.
Our experts can restore ceramics with a gold repair. Kintsugi is a traditional bonding technique and aims to enhance the break rather than hide it.
It is important to have a skilled professional perform this type of repair.
We often see failed amateur attempts at kintsugi that have harmed the ceramic. We can reverse failed attempts and replace them with a professional finish.
We can apply kintsugi to the following broken items:
- Vases
- Figurines and Sculptures
- Ceramic Surfaces
- Plates and Bowls
- Cups and Mugs
- Teapots
As well as the list above, we can discuss the potential of applying kintsugi to even the most unusual items.
Our experts are happy to offer advise on the best approach for your item, whether this is kintsugi or a standard conservation repair.
What is Kintsugi?
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with gold.
This is usually a lacquer mixed with gold or silver to produce a beautiful effect on a damaged vase, plate, bowl, cup, or ornament.
This approach to restoration allows the breakage to become an important part of the object’s history.
The philosophical idea behind kintsugi is connected to what the Japanese refer to as wabi-sabi – the acceptance of transient beauty and imperfection.
