{"product_id":"kokeshi-japonaise-vintage-style-zao-astumi-signee-abe-tsunekichi-30cm","title":"Vintage Japanese Kokeshi – Zao Atsumi Style – signed Abe Tsunekichi 阿部常吉 – 30cm","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"257\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📐 Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"283\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan, Atsumi Onsen 温海温泉, Yamagata Prefecture\u003cbr data-end=\"348\" data-start=\"345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"360\" data-start=\"348\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shōwa Era, estimated around the 1960s\u003cbr data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"414\" data-start=\"403\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dentō kokeshi 伝統こけし, Atsumi sub-lineage (independent current related to Tsuchiyu, Aone, and Zao Takayu)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"950\" data-start=\"521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"534\" data-start=\"521\"\u003eArtisan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abe Tsunekichi 阿部常吉 (1904–1991)\u003cbr data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"566\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"583\" data-start=\"569\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turned wood, hand-painted, natural finish\u003cbr data-end=\"635\" data-start=\"632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"648\" data-start=\"635\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"689\" data-start=\"686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"689\"\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stylized red floral decoration, wide circular bands, natural wood visible\u003cbr data-end=\"781\" data-start=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"796\" data-start=\"781\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ink calligraphy on the back\u003cbr data-end=\"841\" data-start=\"838\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"851\" data-start=\"841\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good antique condition, consistent and warm patina, slight signs of age consistent with its age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artisan: Abe Tsunekichi 阿部常吉 (1904–1991)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eBorn in 1904 in Atsumi Onsen, Yamagata Prefecture, Abe Tsunekichi is a major figure of the Atsumi sub-lineage. Trained at a very young age by his father, Abe Tsunematsu, he perpetuated and developed a style originating from Tsuchiyu, enriched with Aone and Zao Takayu influences. Active from the Taishō era until the end of the Heisei era, he produced kokeshi continuously, actively participating in their post-war boom. A recognized and respected artisan, he passed on his knowledge to several disciples, including his eldest son Abe Shinya. He passed away in 1991 at the age of 88.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1566\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetic Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003eThis kokeshi features an expressive face typical of Atsumi, with large round eyes \u003cstrong data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003ebikkuri-me\u003c\/strong\u003e びっくり目 that give it a lively and endearing presence. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"1758\" data-start=\"1742\"\u003etarebana nose\u003c\/strong\u003e 垂れ鼻, elongated and slightly drooping, brings a naive softness characteristic of this sub-lineage. The generous head harmoniously contrasts with the slender body, while the simple and rhythmic red floral decoration highlights the natural warmth of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🦝 Our Opinion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2344\" data-start=\"2040\"\u003eWe love her wide, round eyes and long nose. It looks like she's been caught red-handed after doing something mischievous! These are the typical features of the Atsumi style and the Abe family. This kokeshi was made by an artisan who passed away more than 30 years ago!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eContinue your journey into the heart of old Japan with our complete collection of kokeshi dolls.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"673\" data-start=\"670\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection of handmade Japanese Kokeshi dolls – KOGEDO\" href=\"https:\/\/kogedo.com\/collections\/kokeshi\"\u003e→ [Discover all kokeshi]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KOGEDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52701935206739,"sku":"K76","price":79.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/8562\/0819\/files\/kokeshi-zao-ancienne-30cm-artisanat-japon.webp?v=1767353811","url":"https:\/\/kogedo.com\/en\/products\/kokeshi-japonaise-vintage-style-zao-astumi-signee-abe-tsunekichi-30cm","provider":"KOGEDO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}