Wood Sculpture Covered with Cloth in Kimekomi Method "Memory of Summer"
H 27.0 cm,Year.2021The prices of the artworks on Gallery Japan are determined by the artists themselves and are published directly on the website.
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Keiko Arai
1947 -- Dolls
- Awarded twice at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
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Price Range
$1,500 - 3,500
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Description
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CategoryDolls
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DimensionsH 27.0 cm
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Year presented2021
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RarityUnique
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.
Kimekomi
Fabric is tightly tucked into narrow grooves on the doll’s torso. The grooves are cut to align with the seams of the outfit and an adhesive is applied to secure the fabric in place. In addition to securing the outfit, kimekomi is used to create subtle details on the final outfit.
Selected exhibitions
- The 68th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2021)
- Selected
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