{"product_id":"usaburo-creative-kokeshi-doll","title":"Usaburo Creative Kokeshi Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage wooden Sosaku (creative) kokeshi doll crafted by the famous Usaburo worhskop. It features a dark wood body and hair, contrasting with a light, natural wood face. The doll has a classic bob hairstyle (\"okappa\"). The dark, sleek body is decorated with a carved and painted motif featuring delicate tall grasses and small red\/pink blossoms near the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Usaburo workshop was founded by the celebrated master woodworker Okamoto Usaburo (1917–2009). Starting in 1950, Okamoto revolutionized kokeshi making by introducing new woods and carving techniques, eventually winning the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award. Today, the Usaburo studio remains Japan’s most prominent lineage in modern doll artistry\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a vintage item, there are some minor surface scratches and normal signs of wear. Please review the photos for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18,5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 255 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bottom of the doll retains the original red square sticker seal reading \"Usaburo\" (卯三郎).\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":55811477897556,"sku":"809","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0733\/8580\/files\/il_570xN.7955394401_jgsb.jpg?v=1779662452","url":"https:\/\/kozarushop.com\/products\/usaburo-creative-kokeshi-doll","provider":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}