{"product_id":"vintage-gesigneerde-japanse-kokeshi-pop-togatta-katsu","title":"Signed Japanese Dento Kokeshi Doll – Togatta Style by Katsu (25.5 cm)","description":"\u003c!-- Fysieke Dimensies \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\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\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 25.5 cm  | \n    \u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.6 cm  | \n    \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 grams\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Commerciële Productomschrijving --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis authentic Dento Kokeshi (25.5 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful example of the classic \u003cem\u003eTogatta-kei\u003c\/em\u003e tradition from the Tohoku region in Japan. The doll is entirely crafted on a lathe from a single solid piece of Mizuki wood (\u003cem\u003eDogwood\u003c\/em\u003e) and has developed a warm honey-golden patina over the years. The minimalist silhouette, the refined hand-painting, and the original signature of master craftsman \u003cem\u003eKatsu\u003c\/em\u003e make this a special collector's item that perfectly embodies the essence of Japanese Mingei folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Symboliek --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTradition \u0026amp; Cultural Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Dento Kokeshi dolls have been cherished for generations as symbols of simplicity, harmony, and the exceptional craftsmanship of Japanese woodturners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTogatta-kei:\u003c\/strong\u003e This historic Kokeshi style is known for its elegant cylindrical body, relatively large head, and refined, understated facial expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimalist Aesthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The austere design reflects the Japanese philosophy in which beauty is found in simplicity, balance, and natural materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eChrysanthemum Motif:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hand-painted red chrysanthemums in Japanese culture refer to happiness, vitality, elegance, and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original signature \u003cem\u003e克\u003c\/em\u003e (Katsu) underscores the artisanal character of the doll and makes each piece unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Materiaal --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craft Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Mizuki Wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e The doll is entirely crafted from a single block of high-quality Mizuki wood (\u003cem\u003eDogwood\u003c\/em\u003e), a type of wood known for its fine grain, stability, and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Hand-Painting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The black hair, red \u003cem\u003eKanbashi\u003c\/em\u003e ornaments, and graceful chrysanthemum motifs are hand-applied with traditional carbon ink and iron oxide pigments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Underside:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flat base shows the characteristic concentric lathe marks and the original ink signature \u003cem\u003e克\u003c\/em\u003e (Katsu), applied by the maker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The honey-colored surface has matured naturally over decades and has remained completely free of modern synthetic lacquer layers or restorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Productspecificaties --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tohoku region, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Dento Kokeshi – Togatta-kei (遠刈田系)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed 克 (Katsu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, approx. 1960–1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Mizuki wood (\u003cem\u003eDogwood\u003c\/em\u003e) with traditional ink and iron pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage condition with natural honey-golden patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57611657838923,"sku":"665","price":111.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/vintage-gesigneerde-japanse-kokeshi-pop-togatta-katsu-1.jpg?v=1781783107","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/vintage-signed-japanese-kokeshi-doll-togatta-katsu","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}