Kumiko Latticework Coaster Workshop
Discover the beauty and precision of kumiko wood latticework and assemble your own decorative wooden coaster in this hands-on workshop.
Kumiko is a woodworking method in which thin, delicate pieces of wood are precisely cut and fitted together without nails to form intricate geometric patterns. Dating back to the Kamakura period (1185–1333), kumiko is often found in Japanese architectural fittings (tategu) such as shōji – translucent, sliding partition screens; ranma – decorative transoms; and tsuitate – freestanding, movable partition screens.
This small-group workshop offers an introduction to the craftsmanship behind kumiko, as featured in the exhibition The Craft of Carpentry: Drawing Life from Japan’s Forests. Participants will assemble pre-cut pieces of hinoki cypress to create an asa-no-ha (hemp leaf) pattern kumiko coaster, which they can take home.
The kumiko materials used in the workshop are intricately crafted by Sakae Tategu Kōgei, a leading tategu maker.
Please note: This event involves direct contact with natural wood and may not be suitable for those with wood allergies.
Minimum participants: 10
Duration: 45mins
Cost: From £200
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Images from previous kumiko workshops
Images from previous kumiko workshops: a gallery of 2 items.
