{"product_id":"vintage-sosaku-kokeshi-by-kato-hiroshi","title":"Vintage Sosaku kokeshi by Kato Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant kokeshi doll by Kato Hiroshi is a refined example of contemporary Japanese folk art. Carved from light-toned wood, the figure features a tall, slender cylindrical body that emphasizes verticality and calm balance. The surface is hand-painted with a delicate plum blossom (ume) motif, rendered in soft whites and subtle reds, set against expressive dark brushstrokes that evoke a flowering branch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe head is gently rounded and minimalist in expression, with closed eyes and fine, understated facial lines that convey serenity and introspection. A small golden sphere placed atop the head adds a quiet accent and a sense of poetic symbolism, contrasting subtly with the natural wood grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe overall aesthetic is restrained yet lyrical, combining traditional kokeshi simplicity with a painterly, almost calligraphic approach. This piece reflects Kato Hiroshi’s mastery of balance, harmony, and seasonal imagery, making it both a contemplative art object and a timeless example of modern kokeshi craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 29cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 210g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":53259299848538,"sku":null,"price":105.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/3518\/8995\/files\/D673B970-26B5-4F71-9D47-3BCA68B8A04E.jpg?v=1767738436","url":"https:\/\/kokeshiparadise.com\/en-pt\/products\/vintage-sosaku-kokeshi-by-kato-hiroshi","provider":"kokeshiparadise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}