Waraku's Maneki Neko "Local Fortune Cat" Indian Sarasa (Sarasa Cat B) by Toko Kakinuma. Unused, includes shipping! Special price! Rare ♡ All details are in the last photos, please check them *ᴗˬᴗ)⁾ I'm organizing my collection as it's growing. Indian Sarasa is characterized by exotic patterns and colors woven from plants. It uses three different types of fabric with nuanced textures. Let me explain Edo Kimekomi dolls. They originated in Kyoto about 280 years ago as a traditional craft. A 1-2mm groove is carved into the doll's mold, and fabric is "kimekomi" (tucked) into it with glue, hence the name "Kimekomi doll." You might find it easier to imagine if you think of the techniques used in hagoita (decorative paddles), hina dolls (dolls for the Doll's Festival), and May dolls (for Children's Day). This technique later spread to Edo and developed into "Edo Kimekomi dolls." The famous shop "Kakinuma Ningyo" is involved in this project. This manufacturer handles everything from mold making to kimekomi, all by skilled artisans. Indian Sarasa refers to cotton patterned dyeing made in India. It is characterized by dyeing patterns using woodblock or copperplate printing, but the most distinctive feature of Indian Sarasa is the use of red coloring. In the past, the technology to dye plant fibers red was very difficult, and indigo and brown were the main colors in Japan. India is said to have the oldest technology for dyeing cotton red. By the way, Indian woodblock prints are also used for the ears and collar. The mysterious texture is different from Japanese textiles and is very attractive. Comes with a box, wrapped in bubble wrap for shipping. Taken out of the bag only for the photos. The arrangement of the fabric patterns creates a different atmosphere for each Maneki Neko's face, making them unique and very cute ✧*。٩(ˊωˋ*)و✧*。 I loved collecting them, so I hope to deliver them to someone who feels the same way ( *´꒳`*) I believe it's a matter of mindset, but since I started collecting and displaying Toko Kakinuma's Maneki Neko in each room, I've had more good fortune ♡ I'm also selling various items as part of a decluttering effort! Discounts are as stated in my profile. I offer combined shipping and follow-up discounts! Other price negotiations will be declined ❌! If you have any questions other than what is stated in my profile and the product description, I will answer them properly (*^^*)