{"product_id":"vintage-zao-takayu-kokeshi-doll-by-shizuo-ariji-10-hand-painted-folk-art1970s-rare-japanese-folk-art-10-コピー","title":"Vintage Zao Takayu Kokeshi Doll by Shizuo Ariji - 10\" Hand-Painted Folk Art(1970s) - Rare Japanese Folk Art 10\"","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e【Description】\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eExecutive Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eEmbrace the serene beauty of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003eZao Takayu\u003c\/b\u003e lineage with this authentic hand-painted Kokeshi. Crafted by the esteemed artisan \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003eShizuo Ariji\u003c\/b\u003e, this 25cm (10\") masterpiece embodies the spiritual and artistic heritage of the Yamadera and Sendai regions. Featuring a rare and vibrant \"Fiddlehead Fern\" (Zenmai) motif, this piece is a testament to the mid-to-late 20th-century golden era of Japanese folk art (Mingei).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Artist: Shizuo Ariji (有路静夫)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eBorn in 1939, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eShizuo Ariji\u003c\/b\u003e is a respected figure in the world of traditional woodcraft. At the age of 17, he began his rigorous apprenticeship under the legendary master \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"170\"\u003eSanshiro Ishiyama\u003c\/b\u003e in the scenic mountain temple area of Yamadera. In 1961, Ariji established his own independent studio and the \"Ariji Kokeshi Shop\" at the gates of the sacred \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"346\"\u003eJogi Nyorai\u003c\/b\u003e temple in Sendai. His work is celebrated for its structural elegance and the delicate brushwork inherited from the Yamagata-Sakunami style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Zao Takayu Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e This doll belongs to the Zao Takayu system, known for its sturdy, dignified form and expressive facial features. The eyes and mouth are painted with a subtle grace that evokes a sense of timeless tranquility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnique \"Fiddlehead Fern\" Motif:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the common chrysanthemum patterns, this body is adorned with a spirited \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003e\"Zenmai\" (Fiddlehead Fern)\u003c\/b\u003e design. These ferns symbolize the arrival of spring and the vitality of nature—a rare find for collectors looking for unique botanical patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisanal Provenance:\u003c\/b\u003e The base of the doll bears the hand-inked signature of the artist (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003e有路静夫作\u003c\/b\u003e), certifying its authenticity and origin from the Jogi Nyorai workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Patina:\u003c\/b\u003e The wood has developed a soft, warm glow over the decades, a characteristic highly prized by vintage enthusiasts that adds \"Wabi-Sabi\" depth to any interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWhy It’s a Rare Find\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAs a direct disciple of the great Sanshiro Ishiyama, Shizuo Ariji’s work represents a vital link in the lineage of Tohoku’s woodturning history. His pieces from the Jogi Nyorai period are particularly special, as they reflect his independence and the flourishing of his personal style. For collectors of authentic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"314\"\u003eDento (Traditional) Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e, this is a quintessential example of regional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisan:\u003c\/b\u003e Shizuo Ariji (有路静夫)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLineage:\u003c\/b\u003e Disciple of Sanshiro Ishiyama (石山三四郎)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional Zao Takayu (蔵王高湯系)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Sendai (Jogi Nyorai), Miyagi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Sustainable Japanese Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition. Features a beautiful natural wood grain and light aging that enhances its character. (Please refer to high-resolution photos for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cm (approx. 9.8 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 400 g (approx. 0.88 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MIS Art Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42714642415703,"sku":"doll-008","price":9300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/0946\/3127\/files\/1_cd99a03f-2444-4700-b558-bb9ccb37649e.png?v=1776752886","url":"https:\/\/www.mis-studio.com\/es\/products\/vintage-zao-takayu-kokeshi-doll-by-shizuo-ariji-10-hand-painted-folk-art1970s-rare-japanese-folk-art-10-%e3%82%b3%e3%83%94%e3%83%bc","provider":"MIS Art Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}