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A long wait (2012) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)
A long wait (2012) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)
A long wait (2012) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)
A long wait (2012) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)

A long wait (2012) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)

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Item Location: United States

$715.00

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a****o 97 $715.00 26.07.2025 03:34:30
j****t 41 $705.00 26.07.2025 03:34:30
a****o 97 $695.00 25.07.2025 14:58:12
G****r 64 $685.00 25.07.2025 14:58:12
a****o 97 $650.00 25.07.2025 07:57:31
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Yoh Kakuda’s A long wait poignantly presents us with a sitting figure with flat expression who – if the name is to be believed – has been waiting for quite some time.  It’s a double delight.  First is its distinctive, emotionally evocative figural depiction that is unique among all Karakuris.  Second is its incredible craftsmanship – the key step is nearly invisible, but utterly wonderful once discovered and amazing in how smoothly it moves.  All original packing material is included.

 

Karakuri product description:

 

A man is sitting on a box.

He has been waiting for someone for a long time.

Will someone actually come? Can he open this box?

Please find the answer by yourself.  

 

Size: 58×58×142mm

Material: Walnut, Shiuri Cherry, Kobushi Magnolia
Condition: Perfect

 

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