“Kari | Grace”
Dimensions: 9-3/4” h
Faces and the positioning of the head in Japanese culture remind us of the gentle spirit of the women throughout the country. Here, two types of wood are combined to give definition to the doll, which has simple plum blossoms carved around the bottom of the Kimono. The upper angled cut of the Kimono and the elongated neck define the doll’s personality. The doll is signed on the bottom.
Vintage Condition: “as is” with some scattered light wear or stain that does not affect the design, and retains the original craft/workmanship. Any discoloration, chipping/cracking, surface wear or structural damage noted.
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Artisan | Woodworker: Yajima, Shuiho | 1915-
Origin:
Yajima-san was an art teacher, and began creating Sosaku Kokeshi in the 1950s, winning numerous awards including the Prime Minister’s Award in 1958.
As collectors we felt it was most important to represent all Sosaku Kokeshi artists, whether or not the artist has a written account of his or her life. Each show the diversity of this cultural specialization and the creative work produced by this artist.
Collector's note – descriptive qualities, standard characteristics & ornamentation styles:
The majority of Yajima-san’s figures are tall, tapered and elongated elegant bodies simply painted and decorated with carved motifs, typically plum blossoms. This type of treatment gives the desired dimension and texture. The obi beautifully balances his dolls and is typically understated. His doll heads on elongated necks can take on different positions, reminding us of the gentle spirit of women throughout the country, as well as giving the doll personality. It is not unusual to see Yajima combine woods to give excitement to a doll.
Artist's Signature:
