{"product_id":"kintsugi-the-poetic-mend","title":"Kintsugi: The Poetic Mend","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning book on kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with precious metals to highlight its history, embracing the imperfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Western cultures, the aim of repair has been to make the broken item 'as good as new'. Kintsugi on the other hand, is a Japanese art that leaves an obvious repair – one that may appear fragile, but which actually makes the restored ceramic piece stronger, more beautiful, and more valuable than before. Leaving clear, bold, visible lines with the appearance of solid gold, it never hides the story of the object's damage, instead preserving the memory of destruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a story to be told with every crack, every chip. A kintsugi repair speaks of individuality and uniqueness, fortitude and resilience, and the beauty to be found in survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Bonnie Kemske explores kintsugi's metaphorical power as well as exploring the technical and practical aspects of the art, meeting with artists and ceramists to discuss their personal connection to this intricate technique. With the inclusion of diary entries, personal stories, and in-depth exploration of its origin and symbolism, this book shows kintsugi's metaphoric strength as well as its striking aesthetic, making it a unique and powerful art form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953776496758,"sku":"9781912217991","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/6296\/2294\/files\/Kintsugi_01.jpg?v=1781708747","url":"https:\/\/shop.sojourn-sawyer.com\/products\/kintsugi-the-poetic-mend","provider":"Sojourn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}