Delve into the profound philosophy behind 'Cicatrices, el arte del kintsugi,' an exhibition centered on the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. This showcase at the Decorative Arts Museum draws powerful parallels between mended objects and the human journey of healing and transformation. View unique pieces that highlight beauty in imperfections and explore themes of mental health and social inclusion. The works foster a deeper understanding of resilience through art.
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This exhibition explores the concept of resilience through the Japanese art of Kintsugi, which repairs broken ceramics with gold. It showcases how breaks and repairs can be highlighted to reveal a history of transformation, drawing parallels with personal experiences of overcoming trauma.
"Cicatrices, el arte del kintsugi" (Scarred, the art of Kintsugi) is an exhibition that delves into the philosophy of resilience, using the traditional Japanese technique of Kintsugi as a metaphor. Kintsugi, which emerged in the 16th century, involves repairing fractured pottery with lacquer dusted or mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum, thereby highlighting the object's history and imperfections. The exhibition features works created by individuals from the Centro de Rehabilitación Psicosocial Las Rozas and the Centro de Rehabilitación Laboral Aranjuez, alongside objects from the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas collection. This juxtaposition aims to illustrate the parallels between the physical repairs of ceramic pieces and the human process of healing and recovery from mental health challenges. It reflects on how life experiences leave 'scars,' but these can also signify strength and transformation.
The page provides visiting hours and information on how to reach the museum via public transport (buses, metro, train) and parking. It does not specify separate ticketing for this exhibition; general museum visiting hours apply. Specific evening openings are noted for select dates in December.
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