The Japan Creative Centre, Embassy of Japan and Namiki are proud to present a new showcase entitled: "Maki-e Art".
The aim of this showcase is to exhibit the rich history, folklore and beautiful nature of Japan as expressed through the millennium-old art of Maki-e. The Maki-e technique was developed mainly in the Heian Period (794-1185) and blossomed in the Edo Period (1603-1868). Initially designed as household items for court nobles, Maki-e objects soon gained more popularity and were adopted by royal families and military leaders as symbols of power.
Namiki will showcase some of its finest and most exclusive limited edition fountain pen collections, beautifully handcrafted by some of Japan’s esteemed Maki-e artisans.Highlights include masterpieces by legendary Namiki Maki-e artisan, Kyusai Yoshida, whose rare and brilliant works of art embrace the beauty of Japanese lacquer and traditional culture. Combining artistry with the most advanced technical features, each Namiki pen is hand-painted with pristine attention to detail. Discover the various Maki-e techniques behind each Namiki masterpiece.
For fine pen lovers and collectors, unravel Japan’s best kept secret with Namiki Nibs Specialist, Mr Atushi Takizawa from Japan who will be speaking at the talk and be present during the three days of showcase.
SHOWCASE DATE & TIME
DATE: Wednesday, 20th August 2014 - Friday, 22nd August 2014
(Closed on Sundays, Mondays and Public Holidays)
TIME: 10.00am - 6:00 pm
VENUE: Japan Creative Centre,4 Nassim Road, 258372 Singapore
ADMISSION: FREE
About the Guest Speaker
Mr. Atushi Takizawa
Discover the fine art of expression with Mr Atushi Takizawa, Namiki’s Nib Specialist from Japan. He joined PILOT Corporation (formally called The PILOT PEN CO. LTD) in 1981. After 14 years of career in mold designing for fountain pens and jewellery, he joined the tip manufacturing section and has acquired the knowledge and the technique. From 2005, he has been involved in repairing and visiting countries around the world as a pen doctor.
Mr Takizawa will share about the rich history behind Namiki, from its humble beginnings to its growth beyond Japan and around the world. Each Maki-e artwork is intricately handcrafted on the Namiki pen barrel which can take between four to seven months to complete, depending on the complexity of the various Maki-e techniques applied. Be enthralled by the pristine attention to detail and the superior craftsmanship that has won the hearts of fine pen cognoscente and art lovers alike.
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FULL HOUSE!
THANK YOU
FOR YOUR KIND SUPPORT!
DATE: Wednesday 20th August 2014
TIME: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
VENUE: Japan Creative Centre 4 Nassim Road, 258372 Singapore
FREE ADMISSION!
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Address:
Japan Creative Centre
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372
Tel: +65-6737-0434
Getting to Japan Creative Centre
By Public Bus:
Bus services: 7, 36, 77, 105, 106, 111, 123, 132, 174, 174E, 502, 502A, 502B (Alight in front of Delfi Orchard)
For latest information on bus routes and fares, please refer to SBS Transit.
By the MRT:
You may also take the MRT to the nearest MRT station, Orchard (NS22).
Train fares, travel times and route maps are available on the SMRT website.
Driving to JCC:
Nearest parking is at Orchard Hotel, Delfi Orchard and Orchard Parade Hotel.
Please register early to avoid disappointment. We regret that as there is limited seating,
seats will be confirmed
only upon receipt of confirmation email from JCC. ALL EVENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE.
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