Japanese handicrafts bring the country’s art history alive
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A tray and lunch boxes made out of cedar wood , that is cut into thin slices, soaked in water and joined together to make these objects. Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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Insect cage and a secret box (in the background) made using the ancient art of marquetry that features delicate patterns by juxtaposing different colours and grains of natural wood. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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The Nanbu kettle, which is crafted by using molten metal that is poured into a sand mould. These are placed in a charcoal fire at 1652 degrees Fahrenheit. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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A bowl that is part of the Mino ware or stone ware collection at the exhibition. Here, the potter has created a bumpy surface called “sharkskin”. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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Lampshades made out of handmade paper. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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A Chinese-style non-folding fan, made out of handmade paper. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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A soy sauce jug made out of iron-rich clay of Kasama area. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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A Banko ware teapot with pottery design in relief. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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An incense burner in overglaze enamels and gold. The design is based on the Yokkaichi relief technique. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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The Edo cut glass is made by carving sharp patterns into the clear, colourless surface of glass. (Photo by Raj K Raj / Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)
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