Handmade Insect Ornament, Cricket By Masayoshi Kubota 74

Masayoshi Kubota captures the form of a cricket in finely worked bamboo. Slender strips are meticulously crafted in a delicate design that gracefully depicts the captivating shape of the insect.  

This insect called ”Ko-rogi ” in Japan, known as Cricket and sounds like "korokoro". One of the summer icons especially for its sound during the night time in countryside. 

About Suruga bamboo craft

This extraordinary bamboo craftsmanship began in the early Edo period, primarily as a form of supplementary work for samurai warriors.

In the mid-19th century, a samurai from the Okazaki domain passed on his bamboo-working skills to Shimizu Inobei. These techniques were used to make dishes for sweets and insect cages, which were sold as fine crafts to those traveling up and down the Tokaido route.

Details

Size: 3 × 2.5 cm

[Use] An utterly charming indoor ornament on shelves or desks and is a striking statement piece to display in any room.

[Directions] Since this item is made of thin bamboo, avoid excessive force or impact, exposure to water, high temperatures, high humidity, and direct sunlight.