{"product_id":"kazuo-takamizawa-sosaku-kokeshi-doll-1","title":"Kazuo Takamizawa Sosaku Kokeshi Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful Sosaku (Creative) Kokeshi is a masterpiece by the highly acclaimed artist Kazuo Takamizawa. Reflecting his vibrant style, the body is finely decorated with rich colours. The kimono showcases a stunning contrast of deep blues and warm harvest oranges, with textured patterns achieved through expert wood-incising techniques. This blend of bold color and traditional woodworking, topped with a serene, minimalist face, makes the piece a perfect representation of the creative diversity that defined the Sosaku movement. The doll features the iconic \"Okapa\" style, characterized by a charming black bob haircut. This classic hairstyle is meticulously rendered with a separate \"Mage\" (topknot) piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArtisan note:\u003cbr\u003eKazuo Takamizawa 高見沢一夫 \/ 高見澤一雄 (b. 1927) was a prominent postwar Sosaku (creative) kokeshi artist based in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. Beginning his craft in his early twenties, he earned national acclaim, including the prestigious Prime Minister's Award in 1956. His work is celebrated for its serene facial expressions, balanced wooden forms, distinctive bobbed hairstyles, and detailed carved ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 14,5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx: 255 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e very good vintage condition (see images for details). It comes with its original storage box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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":58072737907028,"sku":"1192","price":110.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0733\/8580\/files\/il_fullxfull.8546747325_oshf.jpg?v=1793532073","url":"https:\/\/kozarushop.com\/products\/kazuo-takamizawa-sosaku-kokeshi-doll-1","provider":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}