Products of Kanazawa mounting
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Products of Kanazawa mounting |
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HISTORY Indispensable craftsmanship for repairing national treasures. Hyogu, or interior decorating technique, was introduced to Japan from China when Buddhism came to the country. The origin of Kanazawa hyogu is not certain, but it is one of the three most indispensable techniques of the kind to restore national treasures, the other two being Kyo hyogu and Edo hyogu. During the Edo period, it is noted in ancient literatures that Kaga Clan hired their own household hyogu-shi, or interior decorating craftsmen. The Kanazawa hyogu techniques developed in close relationship with Buddhism and tea ceremonies as they increased popularity in the region. This craftsmanship has been highly praised for the restorations of important cultural properties. CHARACTERISTICS Manufacturing kakejiku, or wall hangings of modern day fine art. Kanazawa hyogu followed foot steps of Kyo hyogu. Reflecting the rich culture of Kaga (known as hyakuman-goku), they are characterized by their dignified and solemn tone of finishes. Compared to Kyo hyogu, the sizes are somewhat smaller, but they fit better to the houses of the region. Not only Kanazawa prides itself in its excellent techniques of producing and restoring traditional paper mountings, but it also mounts untraditional materials such as colored papers, calligraphy and paintings. Zogan-ho, or the inlay technique, is used to repair traditional fine arts without damaging wabi or sabi of the periods. On the other hand, manufactures mounts the modern day fine arts to match modern day living. In new kakejiku, or modern day wall hangings, fine arts such as lithographs and posters are used as materials. |