Antique
Japanese Terracotta Statue
SCHOLAR
Hakata Doll
Meiji, circa: early 20th century h.8
in.(20cm.) X w.7 in.(18cm.) X d.6 in.(15cm.) Condition: Excellent The
tradition of Japanese doll-making can be traced back to two artists, the first
beginning around 1601. From that time the center of doll making has been Hakata,
with other famous dolls coming from the Kyoto area. Molds for the ceramic dolls
are as fastidiously made as for fine sculpture, and each doll requires the work
of two craftsmen; one to finish the exacting task of realistically painting each
detail . Here a scholar ponders the content of his book, his expression in melancholy
contrast with that of the blissful kitten asleep in his lap.
Private Collection
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