Japanese Patinas [Spiral-bound]

Eitoku Sugimori (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2004

This unique volume brings ancient Japanese techniques and recipes to the West for the first time. Detailed information on chemicals and techniques make this a studio-based reference, complemented by photographs of work from artists in the US and Japan.

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About the Author

Mr. Sugimori is a Japanese sculptor with experience in all fields of metalwork. He received his MFA (Education) from Fukuoka University of Education in Japan. He has completed his Doctoral studies at Kyushu Sangyo University.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 110 pages
• Publisher: Brynmorgen Press (November 15, 2004)
• ISBN-10: 1929565119
• ISBN-13: 978-1929565115
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #148,288 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book, April 6, 2005

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James Binnion "jbin" (Washington State) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Japanese Patinas (Spiral-bound)

The fine metalwork of Japan has rarely been equaled. One of the things that make it so unique is the rich color pallet that is achieved by the use of patinas (a chemical process that alter the surface of the metal leaving a colored compound adhered to the metal). This book introduces the process of applying the wide variety of patinas used in Japanese metalworking. The books beautiful design and photographs along with illustrations and clearly written text make it a must have for anyone interested in artistic metalwork.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Only for the serious Artisan, January 6, 2007

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R. Eberhard "Eclectic Studio" (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Japanese Patinas (Spiral-bound)

A simply beautiful book which showcases the extreme beauty of the Patination of metals. Japan is truly an inspiration for jewellery artists everywhere. This book is for the serious Jewellery artisan or student, many of the materials used in this book are often difficult to procure and require the ability to have a dedicated area to prepare your patinas. It does give you excellent "recipes", clear instructions and some beautiful photos of completed works as inspiration. Excellent Reference Book.

15 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rare information in English, March 6, 2006

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J. Kelso - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Japanese Patinas (Spiral-bound)

As James mentions, the colors available to the Japanese non-ferrous metalwoker were unique, being the result of specific alloys and patination techniques. Sugimori-san gives a very useful introduction and overview of this complex subject. With the contemporary interest in the Japanese alloys shakudo and shibuichi, special attention should be given by the reader to the niage technique as used on sword furniture and other mixed alloy work. A very useful and beautiful presentation.