{"product_id":"kokeshi-0137","title":"Kokeshi 0137","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAkitsune Tanaka\u003c\/b\u003e (often referred to as \u003cb\u003eKojo Tanaka\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eis a celebrated Japanese artisan from \u003cb\u003eGunma Prefecture\u003c\/b\u003e, recognized for his significant contributions to \u003cb\u003eSosaku\u003c\/b\u003e (creative) kokeshi dolls. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Artist Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e He specializes in \u003cb\u003eSosaku kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e, which breaks away from traditional regional constraints to focus on the artist's personal expression, often featuring unique shapes and hand-painted floral motifs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcclaim:\u003c\/b\u003e Tanaka is a highly awarded craftsman, notably receiving the \u003cb\u003eGovernor’s Prize\u003c\/b\u003e twice for his designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Most of his widely collected works date from the \u003cb\u003e1970s through the early 1990s\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotable Works \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Aka Kojo\" (Redhead):\u003c\/b\u003e One of his most famous large-scale designs, typically standing around \u003cb\u003e27 cm (10.6 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Temari\" Series:\u003c\/b\u003e Inspired by traditional Japanese hand-embroidered balls, these dolls often feature rounded, compact forms with intricate decorative patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign Features:\u003c\/b\u003e His dolls are known for their \u003cb\u003esmooth, egg-shaped or rounded forms\u003c\/b\u003e, delicate facial expressions, and vibrant kimonos often decorated with nature-inspired elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e Genuine pieces are carved from \u003cb\u003eseasoned wood\u003c\/b\u003e and typically bear his \u003cb\u003esignature\u003c\/b\u003e or artist seal on the bottom or back. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IchiNichi ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47380365017346,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ILS","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/5186\/4834\/files\/Kokeshi0137.jpg?v=1771425203","url":"https:\/\/ichinichicollection.com\/products\/kokeshi-0137","provider":"IchiNichi ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}