{"product_id":"k25116-naruko-kokeshi-by-takahashi-sakari-高橋盛","title":"K25116 - Naruko Kokeshi by Takahashi Sakari 高橋盛","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-67bb7009-5c54-8002-a3b3-bcb57908f153-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-385\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0faf80ba-4e2a-4844-8e55-e5abb3d63637\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eThis is a classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eNaruko-style kokeshi doll\u003c\/strong\u003e crafted by the esteemed \u003cstrong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eTakahashi Sakari (高橋盛, 1890–1973)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a master woodcarver who played a central role in the evolution of Naruko kokeshi during the early to mid-20th century. Measuring 23 cm, this piece is a fine example of the Naruko tradition with its cylindrical body, gentle curves, and distinctive floral motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eBorn in \u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eNaruko, Miyagi Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e, Sakari began his training in 1904 under his father \u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eTakahashi Kanji\u003c\/strong\u003e. He started making kokeshi dolls as a teenager and continued the family tradition after his father’s death in 1921. His career spanned various significant periods of kokeshi history—most notably his work at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eNaruko Woodcarving Crafts Association\u003c\/strong\u003e and later as a teacher at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eAkita Prefectural Crafts Guidance Center\u003c\/strong\u003e, where he trained several future masters, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eMinagawa Genichi\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eSasaki Sueji\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eThis doll showcases his signature style: \u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"993\"\u003elarge chrysanthemum-like floral patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e, vibrant yet earthy hues, and a peaceful, smiling face. The balance and fullness of form reflect Sakari’s deep understanding of proportion and folk aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eAfter World War II, Sakari returned to Naruko and continued to produce kokeshi while mentoring new generations of craftsmen. He worked closely with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eTakahashi Musashi\u003c\/strong\u003e during the postwar reconstruction era and contributed to the popularization of kokeshi through live demonstrations across Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1677\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSakari passed away in 1973, but his influence endures in the works of his descendants and apprentices. This doll is not only a charming piece of folk art but also a tangible link to one of Naruko's most formative artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6 x 6 x 23cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈25cm","offer_id":56314279035211,"sku":"K25116","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_ca9fc148-6e9f-4efd-9e92-a0a5d2be0b66.jpg?v=1768513814","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/k25116-naruko-kokeshi-by-takahashi-sakari-%e9%ab%98%e6%a9%8b%e7%9b%9b","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}