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Beauty of Mending: Kintsugi and Beyond

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Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM Thursday: 10AM – 9PM Friday: 10AM – 5PM Saturday: 10AM – 5PM Sunday: 12PM – 5PM

Beauty of Mending features kintsugi, a traditional craft of repairing shattered ceramics with lacquer and gold. Showcasing intricately restored pieces by Kintsugi artist Naoko Fukumaru, you are invited to witness the transformation of cracked or flawed items into exquisite works of art. The artistry of mending not only highlights the beauty of imperfection but also encourages reflection on resilience and acceptance. Complimenting these works will be selected pieces from the AGGV Collection, such as ice-crackle patterned porcelains, and paintings with “accidental” strokes that celebrate this philosophy. Join us in exploring how imperfection can reveal unexpected beauty and profound meaning. ---


*Admission is always free for:


• Visitors aged 25 and under


• AGGV Members


• Indigenous Peoples


• Support Workers


Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group:


Admission is free on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm, and every Thursday evening from 5 pm – 9 pm. ---


*Hours of operation:


Monday: Closed


Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM


Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM


Thursday: 10AM – 9PM


Friday: 10AM – 5PM


Saturday: 10AM – 5PM


Sunday: 12PM – 5PM ---


*Accessibility:


The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination for all to enjoy. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with a ramp on the left side of the entrance with no handrail. There is one set of power doors located at the left side of the entrance at the top of the ramp. ---


Image credit: Naoko Fukumaru, The Light of Autumn, 2021, 1820s reishi mushroom, Urushi lacquer, and 24K gold, 17cm x 12cm, courtesy of the artist.

Cost: General: $15
Category: Arts | Entertainment
    Gallery | Exhibition
Location: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
1040 Moss Street, Victoria
This event is for Everyone
More Info: Claire Beauchamp
[email protected]
(250) 384-4171
Event Website
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