With personalized advice, storytelling and tailor-made support, Kogeiya shows you how Japanese art, from prints to armor, becomes a living bridge between past and present, accessible to all enthusiasts and collectors. This is Kogeiya's DNA!
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Luc Hédin
Japanese art consultancy: passing on a passion for objects and stories
Over twenty years ago (2004! ...following my university studies at the Sorbonne and a few years in the auction business), I decided to devote my life to Japanese art, driven by the conviction that every object, every print, every piece of armor conceals a singular story to be shared.
My job as an antique dealer and expert is above all to pass on this passion: to explain the origin of a netsuke, reveal the symbolism of a tsuba or tell the story of a samurai's life through his armour.
On Kogeiya.com, I highlight the richness of Japanese decorative arts, from the refinement of ukiyo-e prints to the expressive power of weapons and armor, via everyday objects sublimated by the hand of craftsmen.
This consultancy is above all an invitation to discover the soul of Japan through its works.
Expertise and support: promoting and preserving Japanese art
Appraisal is more than just estimating a piece: it's about understanding the technique, period, provenance and quality of each object.
I support my clients in identifying, valuing and conserving their works, taking into account essential criteria: the artist's signature, materials, specific techniques such as urushi lacquer or cloisonné, and state of preservation.
For prints, I advise on framing and preservation, to protect fragile pigments and washi paper, while enhancing the work with a suitable frame and professional conservation materials.
This tailor-made approach ensures that objects are passed on in the best possible conditions, whether they are part of a family collection or an acquisition destined to be handed down.
Sharing and passing on: an approach serving enthusiasts and collectors
My commitment goes beyond the simple transaction: it's about creating a dialogue between the object, its history and its future owner.
Each piece offered on Kogeiya.com is carefully selected for its authenticity, quality and the emotion it evokes. I like to share with my customers the anecdotes, legends and gestures that surround these works of art, in order to offer them an enriching and personalized experience.
Whether you're a curious amateur, an experienced collector or a simple enthusiast, my aim is to accompany you in the discovery, acquisition and understanding of Japanese art, so that each object becomes the vector of a story to be passed on to you in turn.
This Japanese art consultancy is above all a human adventure, made up of encounters, sharing and cultural transmission.
