Choi Eung-chon / 최응천 / 2016 / KDC구분 > Arts > Sculpture&plastic art

This book, , traces the origins and evolution by period, techniques and patterns, etc., of inlay, one of the most important decoration techniques in Korean metal crafts, in exemplary masterpieces. Chapter 1, “About Ipsa”, introduces the definition, history, usage, types and motifs of inlay. Chapter 2, “Crafting Ipsa”, provides photographs and descriptions of materials and tools used for each of the ‘inlay by incising’ and ‘inlay by texturing’ techniques, detailing their characteristics and processes. Finally, Chapter 3, “Enjoying Ipsa”, explores the highlights of expressive characteristics and meanings in exemplary Korean inlay craftworks of each period. A list of Joseon period inlay masters and stemmed incense inscriptions are provided in the appendix.   Source : https://www.aladin.co.kr/shop/wproduct.aspx?ItemId=103409920