Lacquer in the World: Route to the Root

A Semi-Permanent Exhibition

Lacquer in the World: Route to the Root invites you on a journey into the world of lacquer—exploring its presence in design, daily life, international traditions, and scientific contexts. At the heart of this exhibition is the lacquer tree, source of the precious, natural material known as lacquer sap—a substance revered for its beauty and resilience.

Divided into three parts, the exhibition offers multiple entry points:

• Part 1: Lacquer in Design and Daily Life
• Part 2: International Lacquer
• Part 3: Atlas of Lacquer

From practical techniques to cultural expressions, this show weaves together knowledge, craftsmanship, and contemporary interpretations—encouraging visitors to explore lacquer from many perspectives.

Artists
Bettina Schleier
Archan Khunarup
Phumrapee Kongrit
Dinh Quan
Trinh Tuan
Cong Kim Hoa
Jin Hui
Yao Juwei
Li Guangyao
Ogura Norihiko
Teruyo Kato
Sakurako Matsushima
Natthapol Wannaporn
Thanchanok Surinto

Lacquerware Associates
Ever Stand Lacquerware

Academic Associates
Tawatchai Tumtong
Assoc. Prof. Pitsamai Arwakulpanich – Fine Art, CMU
Asst. Prof. Kittipong Ruenwong – Architecture, MJU
Pithakpong Baengthid – Architecture, MJU
Surapong Techa – Architecture, MJU