Mitsuro Hikime: Tracing the Line. Past and Present
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27 Apr 2026
Published: 16.04.2026
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Join Elsa Tierney and Kumiko Kihara for an exploration of the Japanese wax sculpting technique mitsuro hikime, past and present, celebrating the launch of their book Mitsuro Hikime: Japanese Wax Sculpting.
Chaired by Julia Skilton, the evening begins with a talk on the history of the technique in Japanese metalwork and its contemporary practice. The authors will also share visual material drawn from their research and creative practice in Japan and beyond.
The talk will be followed by a Q&A, a display of wax and cast works by the artists and the opportunity to view, purchase and have the new book signed.
Mitsuro Hikime: Japanese Wax Sculpting is the first in-depth publication dedicated to this technique, combining historical context, technical instruction from the Tomoyasu School, and contemporary approaches from the authors.
Date: 27 April 2026 at 6pm – 8.30pm (UK time)
Deadline: Tickets can be purchased until the event begins
Price: £15 (includes a drink)
The talk will be followed by a Q&A, a display of wax and cast works by the artists and the opportunity to view, purchase and have the new book signed.
Mitsuro Hikime: Japanese Wax Sculpting is the first in-depth publication dedicated to this technique, combining historical context, technical instruction from the Tomoyasu School, and contemporary approaches from the authors.
Date: 27 April 2026 at 6pm – 8.30pm (UK time)
Deadline: Tickets can be purchased until the event begins
Price: £15 (includes a drink)
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- Julia Balchin
DEADLINE: 27/04/2026
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