Sustaining intangible heritage of craftsmanship through artistic practice

Over the past century, the Japanese glassware company Hario noticed that the craft of glassmaking was quickly being replaced by industrial machines. So in 2013, Hario established a jewelry studio called Hario Lampwork Factory as an outlet for their artisans to hone their skills but also to create a structure that ensures the art of glassmaking is passed down to the next generation.  [Source: Spoon & Tomago]

Each piece is individually made by Hario artisans, helping them hone their skills but also ensuring that that the flame of glass craft is never extinguished. All images courtesy Spoon & Tomago.

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