{"product_id":"311451","title":"Brooch “Gogh” \/ Grapevine \/ Yamagata-JPN 311451","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-42.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56277\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a brooch made from Grapevine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapevine is known for its durability and quality, much like leather, \u003cbr\u003eand is often used for items that can be enjoyed for many years. In most cases, the outer side of the bark is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, however, the inner side of the bark is used along the outer edge, \u003cbr\u003ewhile the center features a finely woven pattern, creating a unique accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-43.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56278 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapevine bark is harvested in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Kaoru Saito’s process, the material is not used immediately. After harvesting, it is first dried, then left to rest for over five years. During this time, in some cases, the inner side of the bark gradually develops a deep reddish tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brooch is made using those carefully aged, precious vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is named “Gogh.” Kaoru was deeply moved by Vincent van Gogh’s painting \u003cem\u003eThe Red Vineyard\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the powerful energy of the scene—people harvesting grapes on a riverside slope, and the river illuminated by the evening sun—she created this brooch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-44.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56279\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the brooch, you can see a decorative element featuring a finely worked flower-knot pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flower knot is also made from Grapevine bark, woven by combining both the outer and inner sides of the bark.\u003cbr\u003eSurrounding this central motif, wide strips of the inner bark are boldly arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see multiple fibers running with a natural undulation—one of the reasons Grapevine is known for its strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220501_27.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220501_27.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26935\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eYou may notice small holes like these; they are natural knots in the wood. We hope you will also enjoy the texture and character that are unique to natural materials.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220501_30.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220501_30.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26938\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eEach piece varies in texture and size. Please allow us to select the item that will be delivered to you.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-45.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-45.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56280\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAn antique gold pin is attached to the back of the brooch.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-48.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-48.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56281\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is designed so that the pin leaves minimal visible marks when attached to clothing.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-39.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-39.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56282\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is an example of the Small size. Even within the Small size, there are various shapes. We will select one from our available stock and send it to you.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-142.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-142.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56283\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eSmall size\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-38.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-38.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56284\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is an example of the Medium size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-141.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-141.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56285\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eMedium size\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-37.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-37.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56286\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the Large size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-140.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56288\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eLarge size\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-36.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56287\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the Extra Large size. The inner side of the bark also shows a subtle sheen depending on the light, revealing a different expression.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-139.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56290\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eExtra Large size\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-41.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56291\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is also recommended for those who would like to begin incorporating mountain materials into their lives with smaller items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equally suited for those who already own a Grapevine bag and wish to pair it with a matching piece.\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to wearing it on clothing, it can also be used as an accent on a bag or pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease choose the size that suits you best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260428_kaoru-40.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56292\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForms that captivate, born from the rich materials of Yamagata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a variety of mountain materials—Grapevine, walnut, Akebi, and Matatabi—\u003cbr\u003eKaoru Saito creates a succession of unique forms rarely seen elsewhere, as well as refined basketry that quietly draws the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many years, she has gone into the mountains herself to gather materials, \u003cbr\u003ecarrying out every step of the process from the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, Kaoru is also a highly skilled maker capable of producing finely woven Grapevine tote baskets of exceptional quality. \u003cbr\u003eThe accessories and ornaments she creates from multiple materials all carry a sense of considered beauty, \u003cbr\u003ewhile also reflecting playfulness and thoughtful attention to the user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe has a deep understanding of each material, and is also a user herself, incorporating baskets, accessories, \u003cbr\u003eand small objects into her daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListening closely to the voices of those who use her work, \u003cbr\u003eshe continues to explore how pieces can be made more comfortable, beautiful, and enjoyable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":47304302723221,"sku":"311451-1","price":7150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":47304302755989,"sku":"311451-2","price":7700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47304302788757,"sku":"311451-3","price":8250.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Large","offer_id":47304302821525,"sku":"311451-4","price":9350.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/ime_20260428_kaoru42.jpg?v=1777873967","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/311451","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}