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Japanese Geometric Patterns: Recognizing and Un...
Traditional Japanese textiles are rich in geometric patterns (文様 – mon’yō). At first glance, they may seem simple or repetitive... but in reality, each one is based on precise construction...
Japanese Geometric Patterns: Recognizing and Un...
Traditional Japanese textiles are rich in geometric patterns (文様 – mon’yō). At first glance, they may seem simple or repetitive... but in reality, each one is based on precise construction...
Van Gogh and Japanese Prints: How Japan Influen...
When Japan opened its doors in the 19th century, its prints revolutionized Western art. From Van Gogh to Monet, discover how ukiyo-e transformed the vision of European artists.
Van Gogh and Japanese Prints: How Japan Influen...
When Japan opened its doors in the 19th century, its prints revolutionized Western art. From Van Gogh to Monet, discover how ukiyo-e transformed the vision of European artists.
Different types of Japanese silk used in haori:...
Rinzu, chirimen, habutae, omeshi... Behind a silk haori lie very different textures and weaves. In this KOGECHAN Chronicle, we help you recognize the main Japanese silks used in vintage haori.
Different types of Japanese silk used in haori:...
Rinzu, chirimen, habutae, omeshi... Behind a silk haori lie very different textures and weaves. In this KOGECHAN Chronicle, we help you recognize the main Japanese silks used in vintage haori.
Oshi-e: The Japanese Art of Fabric Relief
A craft technique using relief, oshi-e brings images to life through fabric. Kogechan tells you its history and the materials it uses.
Oshi-e: The Japanese Art of Fabric Relief
A craft technique using relief, oshi-e brings images to life through fabric. Kogechan tells you its history and the materials it uses.
How to care for a Japanese haori: washing, stai...
Washing, stains, rings, odours: KOGECHAN shares the right steps to wear a haori for a long time, with peace of mind.
How to care for a Japanese haori: washing, stai...
Washing, stains, rings, odours: KOGECHAN shares the right steps to wear a haori for a long time, with peace of mind.
How to frame a Japanese print without damaging it
Framing a Japanese print is not complicated.But it's not just a matter of decoration either. Sunlight, humidity, oban or chūban sizes, matting, glass or plexiglass...In this article, Kogechan simply answers...
How to frame a Japanese print without damaging it
Framing a Japanese print is not complicated.But it's not just a matter of decoration either. Sunlight, humidity, oban or chūban sizes, matting, glass or plexiglass...In this article, Kogechan simply answers...