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Vintage Kawaii Sosaku Kokeshi Doll, Japan, 1970s

Name: Vintage Kawaii Sosaku Kokeshi Doll, Japan, 1970s
Price: 229 USD
Availability: InStock

$229

Black Market @ Garage Robert

Antwerpen, BE

Condition Notes: Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less

Description: Cute vintage kokeshi doll adorned with green and red floral motifs.

She has a beautifully stylized face and hairstyle with … more Cute vintage kokeshi doll adorned with green and red floral motifs.

She has a beautifully stylized face and hairstyle with a red hairpin.

Dimensions: height 21 cm, diameter 6 cm. Signed, maker unknown.

Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls with a simple cylindrical shape, a round head, often decorated with hand-painted flower motifs. Originating in northern Japan, they are crafted from fruit trees, typically cherry wood.

The charm of kokeshi lies in their simplicity, making them valuable representations of folk art, cherished as collectibles and decorative items. Each region in Japan has its unique style, resulting in a variety of designs and color schemes.

Kokeshi dolls carry symbolic meanings and are often given as gifts, enhancing their enduring popularity in Japanese culture and beyond. less

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