{"product_id":"k20070-traditonal-tsuchiyu-by-tetsuo-watanabe","title":"K20070 - Tsuchiyu by Tetsuo Watanabe 渡辺鉄男","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 101, 102); font-family: V-Inter, V_INTER, 'V_INTER Fallback', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica-Neue, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: preserve-breaks;\"\u003eA Tsuchiyu-style kokeshi made by the esteemed artisan Tetsuo Watanabe 渡辺鉄男 (1937-2017). Known for his dedication to traditional craftsmanship, Watanabe’s work reflects the classic characteristics of the Tsuchiyu lineage, one of the oldest kokeshi styles from Fukushima Prefecture. He was a distinguished Japanese artisan renowned for his mastery in crafting traditional Tsuchiyu-style kokeshi dolls. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 101, 102); font-family: V-Inter, V_INTER, 'V_INTER Fallback', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica-Neue, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: preserve-breaks;\"\u003eBorn on February 1, 1937, in Tsuchiyu, Fukushima Prefecture, he was the second son of a farming family. His deep connection to his hometown's rich kokeshi heritage profoundly influenced his work. Watanabe's kokeshi dolls are celebrated for their adherence to the classic Tsuchiyu aesthetic, characterized by a slightly larger head and a tapered body adorned with hand-painted designs. The doll’s serene facial expression and delicate brushwork exemplify the artistry of Tsuchiyu kokeshi. A bold red chrysanthemum adorns the body, symbolizing longevity and rejuvenation. Tsuchiyu kokeshi have a slightly wider head and a rounded, tapering body, often decorated with stripes and vibrant colors like red, black, and purple. Each piece reflects his commitment to traditional craftsmanship and his personal artistic vision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 101, 102); font-family: V-Inter, V_INTER, 'V_INTER Fallback', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica-Neue, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: preserve-breaks;\"\u003eSize: 22 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈20cm","offer_id":53302311027019,"sku":"K20070","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/57_47f58aba-f1b8-454b-b7d9-491636b392ce.jpg?v=1756573440","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/k20070-traditonal-tsuchiyu-by-tetsuo-watanabe","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}