{"product_id":"vintage-japanse-kokeshi-pop-jinshiro-kei-hiroko-heavy","title":"Signed Japanese Dento Kokeshi Doll – Jinshirō-kei School by Hiroko (26.0 cm \/ 500g)","description":"\u003c!-- Fysieke Dimensies \u0026 Status Badge --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"buddha-product-dimensions-badge\" style=\"border: 1px solid #1a1a1a; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 30px; background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e  \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  \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; color: #1a1a1a; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e    \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.0 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 grams  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- Commerciële Productomschrijving --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis authentic Dento Kokeshi (26 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the prestigious \u003cem\u003eJinshirō-kei\u003c\/em\u003e school from the Tohoku region in Japan and is entirely handcrafted from a single solid block of indigenous hardwood. Thanks to its exceptionally high weight of 500 grams, this doll possesses a remarkably solid quality that is immediately noticeable. The minimalist design, warm wood patina, and subtle hand-painting reflect the pure aesthetic of the Japanese Mingei tradition. The underside bears the original signature of artist \u003cem\u003eHiroko\u003c\/em\u003e, including her calligraphic \u003cem\u003eKao\u003c\/em\u003e monogram, making this a special collector's item for lovers of traditional Japanese folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Symboliek --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTradition \u0026amp; Cultural Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDento Kokeshi dolls have been regarded for generations as symbols of simplicity, happiness, and Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDento Kokeshi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Kokeshi are entirely handcrafted by specialized woodturners and are among the most valued forms of Japanese folk art (\u003cem\u003eMingei\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJinshirō-kei School:\u003c\/strong\u003e This historical style from the Tohoku region is known for its powerful silhouettes, refined facial expressions, and sober, timeless elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimalist Beauty:\u003c\/strong\u003e The simple form and natural wood structure perfectly align with the Japanese aesthetic of tranquility, balance, and harmony, making the doll an excellent fit for a Japandi or Wabi-Sabi interior.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hiroko's original signature with her personal \u003cem\u003eKao\u003c\/em\u003e monogram makes each doll unique and underscores the individual character of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Materiaal --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craft Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Hardwood:\u003c\/strong\u003e The doll is entirely turned from a single unglued block of indigenous hardwood, ensuring exceptional stability and a high-quality appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Sumi Calligraphy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside features three vertical columns with traditional Sumi ink, including the mention of the \u003cem\u003eJinshirō-kei\u003c\/em\u003e lineage, the signature \u003cem\u003e廣子 作\u003c\/em\u003e (Hiroko Saku), and the original hand-drawn \u003cem\u003eKao\u003c\/em\u003e monogram.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Underside:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unfinished underside shows the original concentric turning rings from the lathe and a naturally aged amber-colored wood tone.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The surface possesses a warm, age-formed sheen without modern lacquers or synthetic coatings, thus fully preserving its authentic character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Productspecificaties --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 grams\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tohoku Region, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jinshirō-kei (甚四郎系)\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hiroko (廣子 作), hand-signed with Kao monogram\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Dento Kokeshi, approx. 1960–1980\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid indigenous hardwood with traditional Sumi ink\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, untouched vintage condition with rich natural wood patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57611677434187,"sku":"664","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/vintage-japanse-kokeshi-pop-jinshiro-kei-hiroko-heavy-1_6.jpg?v=1781783484","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/vintage-japanese-kokeshi-doll-jinshiro-kei-hiroko-heavy","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}