“On the way home”. Wood sculpture covered with whitewash.

H 29.0 cm,Year.2022
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Yuji Okamoto

1984 -
  • Dolls
  • Awarded once at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
  • Price Range Under $5,500
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Description

  • Category
    Dolls
  • Dimensions
    H 29.0 cm
  • Year presented
    2022
  • 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.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 69th Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2022)
  • Selected
photo “On the way home”. Wood sculpture covered with whitewash.
“On the way home”. Wood sculpture covered with whitewash. Yuji Okamoto
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