{"product_id":"issetsu-kuribayashi-sakura-kokeshi-doll-1","title":"Issetsu Kuribayashi Sakura Kokeshi Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant sosaku (creative) kokeshi doll was handcrafted by Issetsu Kuribayashi. Born in 1926 in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, Kuribayashi is considered a pioneer of the sosaku movement and a founding member of the Yonezawa Miyukikai in 1960. He received the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award at the Kokeshi Doll Exhibition, and his works have been exhibited internationally, including in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe doll has a sleek, minimalist silhouette. Elegantly carved with fine hair details, a serene facial expression, and delicate cherry blossom (sakura) motifs along the hem of her kimono. The overall composition reflects a refined balance between simplicity and artistic expression, characteristic of Kuribayashi’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight (approx.):\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (approx):\u003c\/strong\u003e 275 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition. Very minor scratches present (see images for details).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that all items in my shop are vintage and may show signs of age, including scratches, tarnishing, and other imperfections that add to their character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of each item's condition. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before purchasing. All images are of the actual product. However, please be aware that colors may appear slightly different on screen due to display settings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56575061033300,"sku":"1131","price":86.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0733\/8580\/files\/il_570xN.8283266136_9bzj.jpg?v=1785133564","url":"https:\/\/kozarushop.com\/products\/issetsu-kuribayashi-sakura-kokeshi-doll-1","provider":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}