{"product_id":"vintage-sosaku-kokeshi-by-4","title":"Vintage Sosaku kokeshi by Ohtani Yoshio (1936-)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThis is a charming \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eSosaku (Creative) Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e doll crafted by the award-winning artist \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eOhtani Yoshio\u003c\/b\u003e. His work is celebrated for its warm, rounded forms and delicate wood-carving techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eDesign Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/b\u003e The doll features a distinctive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003eovoid or \"egg\" shape\u003c\/b\u003e, which is a signature style of Ohtani Yoshio, giving the piece a gentle and sturdy presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpression:\u003c\/b\u003e The face is finely detailed with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eslender, closed eyes\u003c\/b\u003e and a tiny red mouth, conveying a sense of peaceful happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEngraving \u0026amp; Color:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0,0\"\u003eThe hair is rendered with thin, vertical \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eincised lines\u003c\/b\u003e, creating a soft fringe across the forehead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,1,0\"\u003eThe body is decorated with large, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003ehand-carved plum blossoms\u003c\/b\u003e (ume) tinted in soft shades of terracotta and cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,2,0\"\u003eAn intricate \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eobi (sash)\u003c\/b\u003e is featured in the center, decorated with a traditional geometric pattern in black, gold, and blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWoodwork:\u003c\/b\u003e The artist utilizes the natural light tone and subtle grain of the wood to enhance the doll's organic beauty, with a smooth, polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOhtani Yoshio\u003c\/b\u003e was a prominent figure in the post-war Sosaku kokeshi movement. He was known for his \"Daruma-like\" rounded designs and frequently won prizes at the All Japan Kokeshi Exhibition for his technical skill and whimsical style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp _msthash=\"170586\" _msttexthash=\"16498417\"\u003eHeight: 11cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp _msthash=\"170586\" _msttexthash=\"16498417\"\u003eWeight: 470g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp _msthash=\"170586\" _msttexthash=\"16498417\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp _msthash=\"170586\" _msttexthash=\"16498417\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease look carefully at the pictures to determine the condition of the item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"kokeshiparadise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53599854199130,"sku":null,"price":83.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/3518\/8995\/files\/062A3A9E-FA97-4719-8EAD-6F5498C8BC86.jpg?v=1771168800","url":"https:\/\/kokeshiparadise.com\/en-pt\/products\/vintage-sosaku-kokeshi-by-4","provider":"kokeshiparadise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}