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Kokeshi 0136
A modern masterpiece kokeshi doll by Akitsune, "Umeka" (Bamboo Fragrance), approximately 38cm tall, featuring a rice dumpling design.
Akitsune Tanaka (often referred to as Kojo Tanaka)
is a celebrated Japanese artisan from Gunma Prefecture, recognized for his significant contributions to Sosaku (creative) kokeshi dolls.
Key Artist Details
- Style: He specializes in Sosaku kokeshi, which breaks away from traditional regional constraints to focus on the artist's personal expression, often featuring unique shapes and hand-painted floral motifs.
- Acclaim: Tanaka is a highly awarded craftsman, notably receiving the Governor’s Prize twice for his designs.
- Active Period: Most of his widely collected works date from the 1970s through the early 1990s.
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