Momiji Dolls

Momiji Dolls
Momiji Dolls
Momiji-doll.jpg
Type Doll
Company Artforum Limited
Country United Kingdom
Materials resin
Official website

Momiji [‘mom-ee-jee’] is a brand of collectible, hand-painted dolls inspired by Asian style and contemporary illustration. Each Momiji has a small space in the base to hide a secret message on a blank piece of folded card which is included with the doll. The dolls are a contemporary form of traditional Japanese Kokeshi dolls.[1][2].

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History

Momiji Dolls were originally inspired in 2005 by traditional folk-art in northern Japan[3] called Kokeshi. These dolls were Carved from spare pieces of wood about 3 inches long and hand painted, they were usually made by farmers.[1] The dolls typically consist of a head and elongated torso representing the body and legs as a single piece.[1] Momiji dolls are different to the traditional Kokeshi dolls in that they are made from resin and contain a small space in the base. inside the base is a small folded card for a secret message or greeting. Momiji dolls are often designed by fresh new designers and are known for their work with colleges and art schools worldwide.

Usage

Momiji Dolls, also known as Momiji Friendship Dolls, are typically given to others to show friendship and love.[3][4] Artforum Limited says: Giving small gifts is part of the culture of Japan and is known as omiyage.[1] In modern times, they have been given as presents for Christmas.[5] The space in the base is often used to pass secret messages between friends. But it's not a true.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d Obaachan, Annie (2008). Amigurumi Animals: 15 Patterns and Dozens of Techniques for Creating Cute Crochet Creatures (illustrated ed.). England: Macmillan. p. 12. ISBN 9780312378202. OCLC 156832496. http://books.google.com/books?id=5l9TcEozvdkC&pg=PA12&dq=%22Momiji+Dolls%22&ei=9NKmTNWDApr6kwSqtd3uAw&cd=1#v=onepage. Retrieved 4 September 2010. 
  2. ^ Moore, Heather (16 January 2008). "Elle Decoration South Africa (official blog): Trendtjie 2 - Kokeshi dolls". elledeco.blogspot.com. http://elledeco.blogspot.com/2008/01/trendtjie-kokeshi-dolls.html. Retrieved 4 September 2010. 
  3. ^ a b "FINDERS KEEPERS Konichiwa!". Houston Chronicle (Houston, Texas: Jack Sweeney). December 15, 2007. ISSN 1074-7109. OCLC 1607806. 
  4. ^ Lim, Alycia (November 1, 2009). "Doll spreads its love". The Star (Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia: Star Publications). OCLC 663358470. http://thestar.com.my/education/story.asp?sec=education&file=/2009/11/1/education/4870180. Retrieved 4 October 2010. 
  5. ^ "Choosing gift ideas for your holiday preference". The Daily Times-Call (Longmont, CO: Times-Call Publishing Co.). November 26, 2009. OCLC 20551713. 

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