Know Your Asian Crafts: Bronze
Asian aesthetics have become mainstream and it is common to see Buddha statues and batik cushions in many modern households. But there's much more to Asian decorative arts than meets the eye. In this series, we dive into different traditional crafts from Asia, examining their roots, histories, and stories – along with how they continue to evolve and define design today.
A staple resource in Asia, we delve deep into the history of bamboo in relation to handicrafts and its evolution into a modern material.
Know Your Asian Crafts: Lacquer
Spanning decades and geographical borders, lacquer is on a journey through Asia.