Formed with Tōso Over Wooden Core and Covered with Washi Paper "Music of Afternoon"

H 21.0 cm,Year.2023
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Masato Mitsumaru

1966 -
  • Dolls
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  • Awards at Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibitions : 9

Description

  • Category
    Dolls
  • Dimensions
    H 21.0 cm
  • Year of creation
    2023
  • Rarity
    Unique

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.

Kamibari

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

Awards received

  • The 52nd Kinki Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2023)
  • Osaka Prefectural Board of Education Award

Comment on Award

I tried to make something that looks lifeless yet calm and made this piece. I wanted to make something that would look interesting seen from above and all angles, and I also struggled thinking of what colors I should use to express the relationship of the two ladies. Although I am always worried when making my artwork, I think it is important to have a good balance of believing myself and denying myself. I will continue to work hard in the future.
(from the Japan Kōgei Association Kinki Branch newsletter)

photo Formed with Tōso Over Wooden Core and Covered with Washi Paper "Music of Afternoon"
Formed with Tōso Over Wooden Core and Covered with Washi Paper "Music of Afternoon" Masato Mitsumaru
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