KOGEIYA – Luc Hédin Japanese & Korean Art
Decorative arts and antiques from Japan and Korea since 2004 by Luc Hédin
A revolutionary composition. This print, the first in the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, marks a turning point in Japanese art. Hokusai captures the fleeting moment when a monstrous wave, with its claws…
The dragon, a symbol of strength and wisdom in Japanese art. The dragon, an emblematic figure of the Asian imagination, occupies a very special place in Japanese art. At the same time…
An age-old tradition: The tokkuri, this small, iconic bottle dedicated to sake, occupies a special place in Japanese cultural heritage. Its history dates back several centuries, perhaps even more than one…
For centuries, the moon has held a central place in Japanese culture. Whether it's the festivals dedicated to the full moon, the celebration of the equinox, or…
Born in 1835, Toyohara Kunichika is one of the last great masters of Ukiyo-e, the popular pictorial art of Edo-period Japan. His bold vision and taste for innovation allowed…
Giving a Japanese antique as a Christmas gift is a unique and culturally rich idea that will delight art lovers and curious minds alike.
From November 5 to 23, 2024, the Japanese Center for Local Government (CLAIR Paris) is organizing the 12th edition of its event "Synergies between tradition and modernity – Local craftsmanship…
Shin-Hanga is an early 20th-century Japanese art movement that aimed to revitalize traditional ukiyo-e prints with a modern sensibility. It skillfully blended classical woodblock printing techniques…
The tessen 鉄扇, also known as the war fan, is a unique Japanese weapon. It comes in two main forms: either as a...
Join me every week on Twitch and YouTube as Kogei San. Here I present the arts and crafts of Japan and Korea in a live format, featuring Hasekura,...