■ Product Description Product Name: Uwajima Hariko "Ushioni" Artist: Yoshio Mingei Shop (Keisuke Miyakawa) Materials: Hariko (papier-mâché) Size: Approximately 22.5 cm in height, 15 cm in width, 10 cm in depth Acquired: 1999 Accessories: No box, copy of the explanation Description: In Uwajima, "Ushioni" (a type of demon) used in festivals and "Shikamen" (deer masks) for the Eight Deer Dance have been made. The Miyakawa family's main business is making these masks with hariko. However, the previous generation, Yoshio Miyakawa, started making various hariko items after the war. He made various items such as a bobbing-head tiger, Suzuka (hariko deer heads with bells), and small deer heads. All of them were well-made and colored with doroe-nogu (mineral pigments), but they didn't sell well, so he stopped making them 10 years ago. Currently, they are making a small number of masks, according to the explanation received from the current head, Keisuke, who is a "Ehime Traditional Craftsman." This item is from a collection being organized. ■ Condition: The main body is generally in good condition as it was stored in a box. However, please understand that there may be some minor dirt and damage due to aging, as it is a used item. ■ Notes: Please make your decision based on the photos and place your order with the understanding that this is a used item. No claims and no returns are accepted. ■ #Tamaji Folk Toys I am also selling other folk toys. Please use the hashtag to view them.