The Superlative Artistry of Japan ‒ 4. Shoami Katsuyoshi and Metalworking

What is “superlative artistry”?　Japanese arts and crafts were exhibited at the Paris and Vienna world expositions in the late 19th century, and their high level of artistry resulted in a japonisme boom worldwide, primarily in Europe. This series of seven videos provides an introduction to the techniques and history of that Japanese “superlative artistry” that has been passed down from its inception to the modern creators. You can select a subtitle track in Japanese, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or Simplified Chinese. Playlist: ■The Superlative Artistry of Japan ‒ 1. The Techniques of Japan That Shocked the World ■The Superlative Artistry of Japan ‒ 2. Namikawa Yasuyuki and Cloisonné ■The Superlative Artistry of Japan ‒ 3. Makuzu Kozan and Pottery ■The Superlative Artistry of Japan ‒ 4. Shoami Katsuyoshi and Metalworking ■The Superlative Arti