Hakata Traditional Crafts Exhibition Magemon, Hariko and Imajuku Dolls - The beauty and skills inherited by female craftsmen-
Oct 13, 2023 - Nov 22, 2023
Hakata Hariko
princess daruma No.2
2023
Handmade Japanese paper, news paper, flour, funori glue, Acrylic paints, Sumi ink, red food coloring
W3.54 x D3.94 x H5.51 in
About the work
A lucky charm On New Yearʼs Eve, people in Hakata purchased a princess Daruma doll
that stands facing the lucky direction. On New Year's Day, there was a custom to display it on a Shinto altar, wishing for the family's safety for the year. The body is painted with pine、bamboo, and plum (an auspicious grouping)
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