{"product_id":"handgesigneerde-traditionele-naruko-kokeshi-hikoji-sato-gedateerd-29-juli-1976-30-4-cm","title":"Hand-Signed Traditional Naruko Kokeshi – Hikoji Sato – Dated July 29, 1976 – 30.4 cm","description":"\u003c!-- Physical Dimensions \u0026 Status Badge --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buddha-product-dimensions-badge\" style=\"border: 1px solid #1a1a1a; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 30px; background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #888888; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions \u0026amp; Status\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; color: #1a1a1a; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.4 cm  | \n    \u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1 cm   | \n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 grams\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Commercial Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis hand-signed traditional Naruko Kokeshi\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from solid Mizuki wood (dogwood) and belongs to the iconic Naruko school from Miyagi Prefecture in Northern Japan. This special piece was precisely dated to \u003cstrong\u003eJuly 29, 1976\u003c\/strong\u003e and was handmade by the renowned Kokeshi master \u003cstrong\u003eHikoji Sato\u003c\/strong\u003e. The graceful torso decoration with stylized chrysanthemums, the colorful rings on the crown, and the friendly face make this an exceptionally refined example of traditional Japanese folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: €125\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Symbolism --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026 Historical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Kokeshi dolls have been crafted for generations in the mountain villages of the Tohoku region. Each style represents its own artisanal tradition, with Naruko considered worldwide as one of the most beloved and recognizable Kokeshi schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChrysanthemum motif (Kiku):\u003c\/strong\u003e In Japan, the richly painted torso with stylized chrysanthemums symbolizes happiness, longevity, and imperial dignity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e The doll is entirely hand-turned from carefully selected Mizuki wood and brush-painted using centuries-old techniques passed down within the Naruko workshops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDated and signed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside bears both the original pencil date \"Showa 51 - July 29, 1976\" and the handwritten signature of Master Hikoji Sato, accurately establishing the provenance and production date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showa period (exactly dated July 29, 1976)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naruko, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Naruko Kokeshi (Dento Kokeshi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hikoji Sato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Mizuki wood (Cornelian wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-turned and hand-painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stylized chrysanthemums (Kiku) with traditional Naruko colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age and handmade character. Originally dated and signed on the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57749526085963,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/naruko-kokeshi-hikoji-sato-overzicht-304cm.jpg?v=1782997804","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/hand-signed-traditional-naruko-kokeshi-hikoji-sato-dated-july-29-1976-30-4-cm","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}