SERVICES

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
Professional advice and guidance in developing a collection of Japanese art for both individual and corporate collectors. Developing an overall philosophy for the collection giving consideration to such things as personal and corporate goals, authenticity and overall integrity of the collection, its contribution to the field of Japanese art, to the local or national community, and its investment potential.

CURATORIAL SERVICES
Research and cataloguing of individual pieces or collections. Full descriptions of pieces including artist, if known, school, and period, with attention to the place of the item in the overall development of the art form, its historical and sociological background and importance, its association with myth and symbology. Professional advice on conservation and restoration with referral to appropriate practitioners if desired.

VALUATIONS
Professional written valuations only are offered and the pieces must be inspected.

LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL TRAINING COURSES
A variety of courses can be offered to suit specific needs. Individual and group sessions for Japanese language, Japanese art and Japanese culture.

SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
Individual lectures, seminars and workshops on a variety of topics relating to Japanese culture and art. Previous clients include: Melbourne University, Daimaru, JETRO, National Gallery of Victoria, Ceramic and Glass Circle of Australia, Australian Decorative and Fine Art Society.

TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING
Japanese language translation and interpreting services.

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