dogū

(noun)

Clay figurines crafted by the Jōmon people of ancient Japan.

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Examples of dogū in the following topics:

  • Ceramics in the Jomon Period

    • They crafted lavishly decorated pottery storage vessels, clay figurines called dogū, and crystal jewels.
    • These figurines, called dogū, are often described as "goggle-eyed" and feature elaborate geometrical designs and short, stubby limbs.
  • Crafts in the Edo Period

    • A full set comprises at least 15 dolls representing specific characters, with many accessories (dogu); however, a basic set consists of a male-female pair, often referred to as the Emperor and Empress.
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