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·        Haru-ko

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It was carved from walrus tusk. The size is 4.8 cm. The hair and make-up were done with Rose-Urushi lacquer. The ornament on the kimono and the basket were done with burning needle and walnut ink. Three petals were carved from pink coral. 2008

Australia, private collection.

 

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