{"product_id":"k20108-sosaku-kokeshi-by-ueda-izumi-值田和泉","title":"K20108 - Sosaku kokeshi by Ueda Izumi 值田和泉","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe sōsaku kokeshi coming from Itsukushima 宮島, titled \"Hōshun\", created by Ueda Izumi, captures the quiet beauty and renewal of early spring. This wooden doll is a fine example of the creative kokeshi movement, where artists stepped beyond traditional forms to explore individuality, emotion, and modern aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kimono is hinted at rather than explicitly painted, its folds defined through simple incised lines. Small floral motifs, evoking the first blossoms of spring, decorate the garment, linking the work’s title, Hōshun, meaning “spring bud” or “spring sprout” to its visual language. This quiet symbolism reflects the Shōwa-era sōsaku kokeshi philosophy, which embraced personal expression over the strict regional traditions of earlier kokeshi forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-turned from natural wood, the piece retains a soft, warm finish, allowing the subtle grain to complement the artist’s restrained style. The head, carved into a neat, straight bob with delicate striations to suggest texture, is adorned with a small bow-like ornament, adding a touch of charm to its minimalist form. The facial features are reduced to their essentials, closed eyes and a gentle, serene smile, conveying a sense of introspection and tranquility. Signed by Ueda Izumi, Hōshun stands as both a work of art and a poetic meditation on renewal, simplicity, and the fleeting beauty of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall in very good condition, just a little crack on the hair, please see the last photo.\u003cbr\u003eSize: 9 x 9 x 20cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/search?q=%E5%80%BC%E7%94%B0%E5%92%8C%E6%B3%89\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore works by Ueda Izumi 值田和泉\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈20cm","offer_id":56034141602123,"sku":"K20108","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_740e4b43-407e-48e4-8421-2375ff7e34b1.jpg?v=1764773009","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/k20108-sosaku-kokeshi-by-ueda-izumi-%e5%80%bc%e7%94%b0%e5%92%8c%e6%b3%89","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}