KOKESHI

A ceramic figurine made by Sakura Tokiyama.
The minimalistic form and face expression of this piece, which reminds one of a Kokeshi* doll make this piece quite unique. It is palm size and so lovely. There are "little bird" and "kitten" version. Pick up your favorite one!
*Kokeshi: A simple wooden Japanese dolls without arms or legs that have been crafted for more than 150 years as a toy for children.

[SIZE]
LITTLE BIRD: φ6×H9cm
KITTEN: φ6×H11cm

[WEIGHT]
230g

[MATERIAL]
Ceramic 

[PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDER]
・There is a small hole on the side designed to prevent explosion during the firing process
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・The color of the image on the screen may differ from the actual product

Product number: 20321, 20322

[MAKER’S PROFILE]

SAKURA TOKIYAMA
Artist

"I create to make things painted come to life, by caring the tactile and sense from my hands, and invisible things ."

Graduated from Tokyo Zokei University. Started to learn pottery by herself, and practiced potter's wheel and hand-twisting techniques by searching on the internet. She also worked as an intern at SHOKKI, a handmade ceramic label in Japan. Currently works on ceramics and paintings at the university's studio space for teaching assistants.

You can see her
Works here
Interview here