Doll Formed with Tōso Over Wooden Core and Covered with Cloth and Washi Paper “Read the Wind”

H 42.0 cm,Year.2026

Michiko Sugiura

1954 -
  • Dolls
  • Awarded 8 times at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
  • Price Range Under $4,000
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The 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition Period : Sep.2.2026 - Mar.7.2027

Description

Techniques Used

Tōso dolls

Tōso dolls (tōso ningyō) are made of a modeling compound called tōso (a mixture of paulownia sawdust and paste) attached to a core of solid paulownia. Tōso can be freely fashioned while soft to produce all manner of forms. The molded forms are thoroughly dried before use to ensure that they won’t warp.

Nunobari

“Pasted fabric.” Designs are created by applying different colored fabrics.

Kamibari

“Pasted paper.” Designs are created by applying dyed washi paper.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 73rd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2026)
  • Selected
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Doll Formed with Tōso Over Wooden Core and Covered with Cloth and Washi Paper “Read the Wind” Michiko Sugiura

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