{"product_id":"vintage-naruko-kokeshi-doll-by-master-shoji-sakurai-1970s-rare-japanese-folk-art-9","title":"Vintage Naruko Kokeshi Doll by Master Shoji Sakurai (1970s) - Rare Japanese Folk Art 10\"","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e【Description】\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eExecutive Summary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eExperience the soulful craftsmanship of the Post-War Kokeshi era. This authentic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"81\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eNaruko-style\u003c\/b\u003e Kokeshi is a hand-painted masterpiece by the legendary artisan \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"157\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eShoji Sakurai (1927–2011)\u003c\/b\u003e. Dating back to the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"203\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e, this piece represents a golden age of Japanese folk art and is becoming increasingly difficult to find in such preserved condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe Artist: Shoji Sakurai (櫻井昭二)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eShoji Sakurai was a titan of the Naruko lineage, trained under the masters \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"75\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eManyojo Sakurai\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"95\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIwazo Onuma\u003c\/b\u003e. He was not only a guardian of tradition but also a mentor to the next generation of famous artisans, including Akihiro Sakurai. His works are celebrated for their serene expressions and the \"Kiku\" (chrysanthemum) motifs that symbolize longevity and rejuvenation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eThe \"Naruko\" Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e This doll features the iconic \"squeaking\" head mechanism—a hallmark of genuine Naruko craftsmanship. When the head is turned, it emits a charming sound, a traditional feature loved by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003eArtistic Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e The body is adorned with a hand-painted \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"57\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003ebold chrysanthemum (Kiku)\u003c\/b\u003e pattern in vibrant vermillion. The facial expression is remarkably calm, reflecting the \"Ma\" (the beauty of empty space) found in Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003eVintage Provenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Produced in the 1970s, the wood has aged into a beautiful, warm honey-toned patina that only time can create.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWhy It’s a Rare Find\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eShoji Sakurai’s works are highly sought after since his passing in 2011. As authentic 1970s pieces disappear into private collections, finding a well-preserved original with his signature (on the base) is a rare opportunity for serious collectors of Japanese \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"259\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eMingei (Folk Art)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003eArtisan:\u003c\/b\u003e Shoji Sakurai (櫻井昭二)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Naruko, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional Naruko (Dento Kokeshi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Wood (Mizuki or Egonoki)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,4,0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18,5,0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition. Minor natural aging consistent with wood of this era. (Please see photos for details).\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cm (approx. 9.8 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 455 g (approx. 1.0 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MIS Art Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42706033147991,"sku":"doll-007","price":56.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/0946\/3127\/files\/1_9f8fc667-8351-4310-a210-acc81af6d488.png?v=1776341043","url":"https:\/\/yfecq6-pf.myshopify.com\/fr\/products\/vintage-naruko-kokeshi-doll-by-master-shoji-sakurai-1970s-rare-japanese-folk-art-9","provider":"MIS Art Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}