{"product_id":"_fynd-0003265","title":"Toko Kiln \/ Takasago doll \/ Kutani ware \/ 1970-1990s \/ Ceramics \/ Japan \/ Japanese style, pair, ornament, marital harmony, lucky charm, longevity \/ [Antiques]","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of auspicious Takasago dolls made from Kutani ware, a traditional craft from Ishikawa Prefecture. Made by Toko Kiln, it is housed in a special wooden box. Takasago dolls represent the elderly couple Jo and Uba that appear in the Noh play ``Takasago,'' and have been popular since ancient times as auspicious ornaments that symbolize marital harmony and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is characterized by carefully painted blue and gold paintings on a white porcelain background. The costumes are delicately decorated with cloud and chrysanthemum patterns, and gold glitters on the collar and obi. The lieutenant holds a pitchfork and the wife holds a broom in a traditional figure, and their gentle expressions convey the warmth of a couple who have been together for many years. The hem of the costume has a striped pattern drawn with blue lines, highlighting the craftsmanship that has been carefully crafted down to the smallest detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work, which combines the beauty of colors unique to Kutani ware and the story-telling of dolls, is valuable not only as a lucky charm but also as a work of art. The calm texture unique to reused products adds a timeless beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended usage\/applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf given as a wedding gift, or to celebrate a milestone such as a golden or silver wedding, it will be a heartfelt gift that conveys wishes for marital harmony and longevity. Perfect as a gift for celebrating a new home or Respect for the Aged Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace it in the entryway, tokonoma, or on a display shelf in the living room to bring a Japanese atmosphere and good luck to your space. It has also traditionally been used as an ornament to decorate the Takasago seats at weddings. You can add color to seasonal events by displaying them on special days such as New Year's Day and festivals. It is valuable as a collection of Kutani ware, and as a piece of art that conveys Japan's traditional culture. It comes with its own box, so you can store it with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInterior coordination proposal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a modern Japanese space, you can create a sophisticated traditional Japanese beauty by placing them in an alcove or on a different shelf and displaying them with hanging scrolls and seasonal flowers. When softly illuminated with indirect lighting, the gold color shines gently and creates a calm atmosphere. If you combine it with lacquerware and bamboo crafts, it will deepen the Japanese flavor even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an eclectic living room, it's great to display them in glass cabinets or open shelves alongside other art and artifacts as part of a collection that transcends culture and time. By combining it with modern furniture and artwork, you can create a unique interior that blends traditional crafts into a modern space. The white and blue hues harmonize surprisingly well with Scandinavian-style spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout quality and condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs this is a reused product, there is some signs of use compared to a new product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be some color unevenness due to repair marks or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight scratches or scuff marks due to use, but this does not affect use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight differences in color tone between the photo and the actual product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e[About confirmation at physical stores]\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can actually view this product at our physical store in Meito Ward, Nagoya City. Please be sure to check out the textures and colors in-store, which are difficult to convey through online images and descriptions. *Depending on the situation of business negotiations at the store, there may be cases where the display is temporarily unavailable. We recommend that you contact us in advance of your visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/search?q=%E9%99%B6%E5%B9%B8%E7%AA%AF\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eClick here for other “Tokogama” products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/search?q=%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%84%BC\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eClick here for other Kutani ware products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51519074566425,"sku":"FYND-0003265","price":6980.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7106\/8953\/files\/20251011142711_p7596_result.webp?v=1760355184","url":"https:\/\/fynd-jp.com\/en\/products\/toko-kiln-takasago-doll-kutani-ware-1970-1990s-ceramics-japan-japanese-style-pair-ornament-marital-harmony-lucky-charm-longevity-antiques","provider":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}