THE WORLD OF KINTSUGI

DEMONSTRATION AND TALK FOR MEMBERS OF THE ASHMOLEAN

Sun 22 Sep, 11.30am–1pm

At the Museum

An exclusive demonstration and lecture for Members of the Ashmolean

Booking is essential. See below

Please note this event is now FULLY BOOKED

This event takes place in-person at the Headley Lecture Theatre.

Coffee and pastries will be served in the lecture theatre from 11am.

With Kiyokawa Hiroki, master craftsman

Master craftsman Kiyokawa Hiroki will demonstrate the intricate process of kintsugi restoration and talk about its history, its materials and techniques, and the ideas behind it.

Kintsugi bowl by Kiyokawa

With 50 years of experience as a kintsugi practitioner, Kiyokawa-san will share his practical knowledge of this highly specialised traditional art form and discuss its inspiring philosophy, rooted in a belief in the beauty of imperfection and the spirit of sustainability.