A glimpse into the intricate craftsmanship of 1965 Kyoto
In short: Step into a preserved moment of Japanese artistry. This archival footage captures the meticulous techniques of brocade weaving and metal inlaying in Kyoto during the spring of 1965.
The footage documents the delicate processes of the Amita company, showing workers engraving grooves into metal dishes and using small hammers for damascene inlaying. It also explores the mechanics of textile production, featuring a foot-treadle wood loom at the Tatso Mura shop that utilizes punch cards to create complex brocade patterns.
Beyond the workshops, the reel captures the seasonal atmosphere of the Shugakuin Imperial Villa, including a thatched roof under repair and pine trees trained on bamboo poles. The collection is rounded out by woodblock prints of samurai, birds, and people, alongside examples of silk and metal thread textiles.
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