{"product_id":"k15193-naruko-kokeshi-by-gohei-komatsu-小松五平","title":"K15193 - Naruko Kokeshi by Gohei Komatsu 小松五平","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Naruko Kokeshi attributed to Gohei Komatsu (小松五平, 1891–1972), a respected traditional kokeshi artisan whose craftsmanship helped preserve the Naruko lineage across northern Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts slender cylindrical body is adorned with a minimalist red maple leaf motif (紅葉 \/ Momiji), complemented by fine horizontal red bands around the shoulders and base. The simple floral-inspired decoration and warm natural wood tones give the piece a beautifully understated, nostalgic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGohei Komatsu born on January 14, 1891, in Naruko, Miyagi Prefecture, Gohei Komatsu began his woodworking apprenticeship in 1907 under Mangorō Takahashi (高橋万五郎).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his early career, he travelled between several important woodworking centres, including Hanamaki, Morioka, Kaminoyama, and Sendai, refining his skills under experienced craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1921, he relocated to Ōyu Onsen (大湯温泉) in Akita Prefecture, where he established himself as a kokeshi maker. Initially using a water-powered lathe, he later adopted an electric-powered lathe in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKomatsu remained dedicated to traditional kokeshi making for decades, preserving the woodworking techniques and decorative traditions of the Naruko lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing a stroke in 1968, he retired from kokeshi production. He passed away on November 19, 1972, leaving an important legacy in Japanese folk craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 4 x 4 x 15cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈15cm","offer_id":59214132183371,"sku":"K15193","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Cover_3835e44a-e051-4f11-bdc3-1555381c6c85.jpg?v=1794342477","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/k15193-naruko-kokeshi-by-gohei-komatsu-%e5%b0%8f%e6%9d%be%e4%ba%94%e5%b9%b3","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}