Shakudō: from Samurai Ornaments to Jewelry

L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

For one of the first exhibition devoted to shakudō, L’ÉCOLE is proud to present “Shakudō: from Samurai Ornaments to Jewelry” exhibition, highlighting the technique, uses and fascinating history of this black metal traditionally used in Japan for the decorative elements of samurai swords.

HK$ 100

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Overview

For one of the first exhibition devoted to shakudō,  L’ÉCOLE is proud to present “Shakudō: from Samurai Ornaments to Jewelry” exhibition, highlighting the technique, uses and fascinating history of this black metal traditionally used in Japan for the decorative elements of samurai swords. For this occasion, L'ÉCOLE is showcasing more than 30 pieces of jewelry with European mounts adorned with shakudō elements inlaid with gold, silver and copper, depicting Japanese scenes from the Edo period. All the pieces come from a single private collection, shown to the general public for the first time.

Details

Price: HK$100

Editor: L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

Available languages

  • Bilingual version, in English and Traditional Chinese