Anteater (2009) - Yoh Kakuda (Karakuri)

Yoh Kakuda’s description on Karakuri’s Japanese language website reads “‘物語性のある動物ものが得意’“, which ChatGPT translates to “I'm good at animal-themed stories with a narrative”.  Anteater is one of Kakuda’s early works that showcases this style.  It presents its namesake in a whimsical fashion with a delightful solution that’s tightly coupled to its subject.  It’s wonderful.  All original packing material is included.

Karakuri product description:

This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2009.
When I understood the habits of anteaters I felt nostalgic.
They are not the same as humans and they live a different life, but I felt acertain humanism in them, and made this work

Size: 44×175×40mm

Material: Burs wood and Karin

Condition: The lid of the packaging looks like it once had a sticker on it that was removed (see photos)

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