I've read about how this is done. I've always wanted to try this or watch it being done. I never thought I would. but I am so thrilled to see it done! Thank you so much for letting this be filmed and posting it where it can be found.
This is an actual legitimate art, the wet mounting of scrolls. I'm doing Japanese Calligraphy and have tried this once or twice. It is extremely difficult to maintain the integrity of the original artwork. A risky process.
+Andriy Predmyrskyy Agreed. I've mounted a couple of scrolls in my time and it is an art form. Most scrolls nowadays use massive shortcuts with self-adhesive silks and backing papers that reduce the whole process into some factory assembly line. You can tell the difference in quality between those that are done that way and those that are done traditionally. As Qu Leilei (whom I met once before in person) said in the video, 30% painting, 70% mounting. It cannot be skimped.
What an amazing talent! Both, the artist and she. She’s amazing at what she does! The art work is going to remain well for many years thanks to her work!!
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I'm actually so proud of my grandma!! I'm so lucky to have learnt from her! 😊
wow! just.... wow!
You're cute
This craftswoman is your grandmother???
watching such immensely difficult craftsmanship is oddly comforting and satisfying.
I kept hearing how the making of scroll paintings was an art on its own and it's only now that I realize just how true that is.
I've read about how this is done. I've always wanted to try this or watch it being done. I never thought I would.
but
I am so thrilled to see it done!
Thank you so much for letting this be filmed and posting it where it can be found.
This is an actual legitimate art, the wet mounting of scrolls. I'm doing Japanese Calligraphy and have tried this once or twice. It is extremely difficult to maintain the integrity of the original artwork. A risky process.
+Andriy Predmyrskyy Agreed. I've mounted a couple of scrolls in my time and it is an art form. Most scrolls nowadays use massive shortcuts with self-adhesive silks and backing papers that reduce the whole process into some factory assembly line. You can tell the difference in quality between those that are done that way and those that are done traditionally. As Qu Leilei (whom I met once before in person) said in the video, 30% painting, 70% mounting. It cannot be skimped.
+Andriy Predmyrskyy I actually have a Japanese scroll from the 40's hanging in my room complete with decorative ceramic weights.
Fascinating the complexity behind something so apparently simple.
Overwhelmed with the beauty of the work and her consistent craftsmanship. In awe over here. Thank you so much!
I appreciate how your museum respects other cultures.
No they steal artifacts from around the world due to their colonialism and refuse to give them back.
What an amazing talent! Both, the artist and she. She’s amazing at what she does! The art work is going to remain well for many years thanks to her work!!
Old school skills wow this is a really intricate process 👍
wow the artistry is stunning 💚
She is so skilled!
Wow..... this is 'highest order' artistry.
AMAZING !! BOTH, ARTIST. FINE, FINE WORKS. Thank You British Museum for sharing this video !! ~:)
Great work
The tools at the beginning: brush, awl, tweezers, stick, razor, scissors, scraper, butter, potato.
Right.. I'm going to go make one right now!
¡Fantastic!
Cool stuff :)
I wish they had used red silk mount for the soldier picture, I think it would have enhanced the aesthetic of the artwork.
Well um...damn I was hoping to diy this for my AP Art Class haha lost hope after watching
Delicate
The traditional method step 1: Use electric power drill
Wierd