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Pratique de la laque japonaise Urushi (2h)

2nd Arr.

Get your hands on a 9,000-year-old craft. This workshop teaches you to work with Urushi, the toxic-yet-transformative sap that turns into Japan's legendary black-gold lacquer. You'll leave with a new appreciation for patience and a small object you helped create.

hands-on workshop
traditional craft
Japanese heritage
Van Cleef school

Tips

🎨urushi sap is toxic until cured — don't worry, they handle that part
⏱️the technique requires serious patience, layers take days to dry

L'École des Arts Joailliers (Paris - Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau)

16 bis Bd Montmartre, 75009 Paris, France

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