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Synopsis
A piece must be practical enough to be used every day. It must be crafted at its place of origin, using traditional techniques and materials. And it must be handmade.
Japanese craft has long been revered for its quality and beauty, and skilled craftwork remains an important part of Japanese life. 'Utsuwa', meaning 'for everyday use', embodies the ethos of handmaking in Japan, where handcrafted wares must be as practical as they are beautiful.This book takes us behind the scenes into the private studios of some of Japan's most exciting artisans to reveal stories of material, method, place and culture. It guides us through quiet galleries and colourful marketplaces, where the provenance of a piece is central to its story.
Utsuwa is a love letter to the makers and sellers, and to all those who share the Japanese reverence for tradition and beauty.
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About the Authors
Kylie Johnson is a Brisbane-based ceramic artist, gallery owner and writer. Her ceramic studio and gallery, paper boat press, produces signature quote tags, Christmas ornaments and poetry vessels. Over the past six years, she has curated more than fifteen exhibitions of both Australian and Japanese artists in her gallery. She is the author of two books of poetry, and a collection of quotes from her ceramic work was published in 2014.
Tiffany Johnson has spent her professional life in book production. She established the Australia/New Zealand office for 1010 Printing ten years ago. In 2017, the Johnson sisters started Kyoto Creative Tours to take small groups on bespoke tours of the makers, markets and galleries of Kyoto.
From the Back Cover
A piece must be practical enough to be used every day. It must be crafted at its place of origin, using traditional techniques and materials. And it must be handmade.
Japanese craft has long been revered for its quality and beauty, and skilled craftwork remains an important part of Japanese life. 'Utsuwa', meaning 'for everyday use', embodies the ethos of handmaking in Japan, where handcrafted wares must be as practical as they are beautiful.This book takes us behind the scenes into the private studios
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Utsuwa (Hardcover)
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Japanese craft has long been revered for its quality and beauty, and skilled craftwork remains an important part of Japanese life. Utsuwa, meaning for everyday use, embodies the ethos of handmaking in Japan, where handcrafted wares must be as practical as they are beautiful. This book takes us behind the scenes into the private studios of some of Japans most exciting artisans to reveal stories of material, method, place and culture. It guides us through quiet galleries and colourful marketplaces, where the provenance of a piece is central to its story. Utsuwa is a love letter to the makers and sellers, and to all those who share the Japanese reverence for tradition and beauty. A piece must be practical enough to be used every day. It must be crafted at its place of origin, using traditional techniques and materials. And it must be handmade. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781760760595
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Utsuwa: Japanese Objects For Everyday Use
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Seller: THE CROSS Art + Books, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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27.5 x 19.0cms 224pp colour illusts very good+ hardback with decorated boards (no dustwrappers as issued) This book has 3 sections: makers (ie 29 pottersa textile artists & other craftspeople / artisans)1 5 galleries; 6 craft markets. Seller Inventory # 30053489
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hardbound. Condition: Very Good. profusely illustrated (illustrator). Kylie and Tiffany Johnson (of Paperboat Press Studio Brisbane) take the reader on a tour of the private studios of some of Japan's most exciting artisans, with sections on individual makers, galleries, and markets; the artisans discuss their materials, methods, cultures, traditions; full-colour illustrations throughout; this copy Signed and with personal gift-inscription by the authors. no dustwrapper. 223pp. sm 4to. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 22558
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Japanese craft has long been revered for its quality and beauty, and skilled craftwork remains an important part of Japanese life. Utsuwa, meaning for everyday use, embodies the ethos of handmaking in Japan, where handcrafted wares must be as practical as they are beautiful. This book takes us behind the scenes into the private studios of some of Japans most exciting artisans to reveal stories of material, method, place and culture. It guides us through quiet galleries and colourful marketplaces, where the provenance of a piece is central to its story. Utsuwa is a love letter to the makers and sellers, and to all those who share the Japanese reverence for tradition and beauty. A piece must be practical enough to be used every day. It must be crafted at its place of origin, using traditional techniques and materials. And it must be handmade. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781760760595
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Utsuwa (Hardcover)
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Thames And Hudson (australia) Pty Ltd, Fisherman's Bend, 2021
ISBN 10: 1760760595
ISBN 13: 9781760760595
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Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Mason, OH, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Japanese craft has long been revered for its quality and beauty, and skilled craftwork remains an important part of Japanese life. Utsuwa, meaning for everyday use, embodies the ethos of handmaking in Japan, where handcrafted wares must be as practical as they are beautiful. This book takes us behind the scenes into the private studios of some of Japans most exciting artisans to reveal stories of material, method, place and culture. It guides us through quiet galleries and colourful marketplaces, where the provenance of a piece is central to its story. Utsuwa is a love letter to the makers and sellers, and to all those who share the Japanese reverence for tradition and beauty. A piece must be practical enough to be used every day. It must be crafted at its place of origin, using traditional techniques and materials. And it must be handmade. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781760760595
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