{"product_id":"k25134-yajiro-kokeshi-by-masao-saito-斎藤正夫","title":"K25134 - Yajiro Kokeshi by Masao Saito 斎藤正夫","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Yajirō-style kokeshi handcrafted by Masao Saito (斎藤正夫, 1932–), a traditional craftsman from Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. Masao Saito began his journey in woodcraft at the age of 18 in 1949, later apprenticing under Tsugio Sato, a master kokeshi maker, whose influence can be clearly seen in Saito’s careful craftsmanship and distinctive painting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece features the classic hallmarks of the Yajirō lineage—most notably, the tall, slender form with a distinct separation between the torso and base, along with vibrant bands of red, yellow, and purple encircling the body and head. The doll is adorned with floral motifs, hand-painted in bold red and black, bringing life to the natural wood grain. Her serene face, with delicately arched eyebrows and a soft smile, evokes the gentle charm typical of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasao Saito's kokeshi often reflect his respect for tradition and his master's influence, with clean, confident brushwork and balanced proportions. As Yajirō-style kokeshi continue to grow in appreciation among collectors, this particular piece is a beautiful example of postwar craftsmanship rooted in the regional folk art of Tōhoku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7 x 7 x 24cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈25cm","offer_id":56483230482763,"sku":"K25134","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_f06b878b-e7f8-40c2-b541-7fa5a33aa388.jpg?v=1770565454","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/k25134-yajiro-kokeshi-by-masao-saito-%e6%96%8e%e8%97%a4%e6%ad%a3%e5%a4%ab","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}