The aim of the course is to deal with the key aspects of Kintsugi. Materials, equipment, devices and tools that are used are presented in a theoretical introduction. Practical demonstrations follow. Production of Urushi adhesives for porous ceramics and porcelain / stoneware; Gluing fragments; Completion of missing areas; Preparation and implementation of the gold scatter technique.
Following the demonstrations, the seminar participants will have the opportunity to bond ceramics themselves and to apply the gold scattering technique, using quick-drying substitute materials and bronze powder.
Introductory lecture
Making URUSHI adhesives for porous ceramics and porcelain / stoneware
Bonding of fragments
Cleaning of bonding seams
Completion of defective areas
Grinding of the additions and application of intermediate lacquer
Preparation and execution of the sprinkling gold technique
Schulungswerkstatt für Restaurierung
Stefan Drescher,
Querstr. 1,
Ortsteil Niederjahna bei Meißen,
01665 Käbschütztal / Germany
Dipl.-Ing.(FH) Restaurator Stefan Drescher
Free lecturer and author
over 40 years of professional experience
Technology of pottery and restoration