Wood Sculpture Covered with Whitewash "Cat and I"

H 32.0 x W 10.0 x D 17.0 cm,Year.2023
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Kiyomi Heya

1945 -
  • Dolls
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  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 3

Description

  • Category
    Dolls
  • Materials
    Whitewash
  • Dimensions
    H 32.0 x W 10.0 x D 17.0 cm
  • Year presented
    2023
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Wooden dolls

Carved wooden dolls (mokuchō ningyō) are made by separately carving the head, torso, and limbs out of paulownia wood. The limbs are then assembled using bamboo pegs. Paulownia has a low sap content, making it less likely to attract insects. It is also lightweight, strong, and does not warp easily, making it an ideal material for doll making.

Awards received

  • The 66th Chūgoku Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2023)
  • Sanyo Shimbun Award
photo Wood Sculpture Covered with Whitewash "Cat and I"
Wood Sculpture Covered with Whitewash "Cat and I" Kiyomi Heya
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