Arts & Culture
Kintsugi: Repairing Pottery with Gold Lacquer
Quick fact
Kintsugi dates back to the 15th century and is often associated with the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence.
Why this is interesting
Imagine dropping a precious ceramic bowl and, instead of hiding the crack, you highlight it with gold – turning the flaw into a feature.