{"product_id":"vintage-kokeshi-doll-by-kazuo-sato-1942-2017-akiu-sendai-traditional-togatta-style-24cm-japanese-wooden-folk-art","title":"Vintage Kokeshi Doll by Kazuo Sato (1942–2017) | Akiu, Sendai | Traditional Togatta Style | 24cm Japanese Wooden Folk Art","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eA beautiful vintage kokeshi doll crafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eKazuo Sato (1942–2017)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional artisan from Akiu, Sendai, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eThis piece represents the \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eTogatta lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most iconic kokeshi styles, known for its refined proportions and expressive hand-painted faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eThe gentle yet slightly introspective expression reflects Sato’s later-period style, where the downward curve of the eyes and eyebrows creates a uniquely delicate, almost fragile emotional tone—highly sought after among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eThe body features traditional floral motifs in deep red and green tones, carefully painted over finely turned wood. The natural grain remains visible beneath the lacquer, giving the piece warmth and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eSigned by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eThis is not just a decorative object, but a piece of Japanese folk art history—carrying generations of craftsmanship passed down through master artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1v9dil4\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e■About the Artist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eKazuo Sato was born in 1942 in Akiu, Miyagi Prefecture, into a family of kokeshi artisans.\u003cbr data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eHe trained under his father \u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eTakeo Sato\u003c\/strong\u003e and further refined his skills under \u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003eYukio Sasaki\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eWhile he spent much of his career focusing on woodturning, his painted works are relatively limited, making signed pieces like this increasingly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12gtf2k\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e■Product Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kniu8\" data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eArtist: Kazuo Sato (佐藤円夫)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14vcfk9\" data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eOrigin: Akiu Onsen, Sendai, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52oe1i\" data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eStyle: Togatta lineage (遠刈田系)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cjgwot\" data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eHeight: 24 cm (9.4 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2k7a8f\" data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eWeight: 318 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"152u2ju\" data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eMaterial: Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tb1ufe\" data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eSignature: Hand-signed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1t9pryu\" data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e■Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003cbr data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eMinor signs of age consistent with its history, enhancing its character and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ri8p8u\" data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e■Why This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16wczg8\" data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eAuthentic signed work by a recognized Akiu artisan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ch595o\" data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eDistinctive late-style facial expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sx3yf1\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eTraditional Togatta floral pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gbszsn\" data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eBalanced proportions with elegant wood grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ei06rr\" data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eIdeal for collectors and interior display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ixu61j\" data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e■Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eCarefully packaged and shipped from Japan with full protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIS Art Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42739555827799,"sku":"doll-009","price":56.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/0946\/3127\/files\/1_0b50313b-1ce6-4211-a610-a5932d9ca576.png?v=1777637080","url":"https:\/\/yfecq6-pf.myshopify.com\/products\/vintage-kokeshi-doll-by-kazuo-sato-1942-2017-akiu-sendai-traditional-togatta-style-24cm-japanese-wooden-folk-art","provider":"MIS Art Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}