Yabase Clay Doll {Rabbit} New - September - October 2022

Yabase Clay Doll {Rabbit} New - September - October 2022Yabase Doll figurine is a traditional folk toy from Akita. Though this traditional toy had once been almost lost, a group of local volunteers formed the Association for Conveying Yabase Dolls, reviving it based on the original molds. This one represents the rabbit of the Chinese zodiac. Each figure is carefully handcrafted and the final details are done with hand painting, so expect slight variations to each piece. Material: Clay Measurements:

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vegetable oil-based paint made from linseed oil and beeswax

which directly translates to "three benefits pouch" or "three ways pouch"

it features a soft pile side for excellent absorbency and a smooth gauze side that feels gentle on the skin

with artisans carefully overseeing the process

If you like Iku Dekune's work we ralso ecommend [Iku Dekune Art Book “SABINKA A MAKULKA”]

quiet moments for reading

an artform over 1

and its bright golden-yellow color brings a cheerful feeling

The clay is molded

which is single-toned)

The blended clay has some coarse bits visible