Description
Beautifully stylized kokeshi crafted by the renowned Usaburo.
The kokeshi wears a red kimono adorned with a daisy motif applied using pyrography technique.
The maker’s signature is placed on the back of the kokeshi, and a red stamp is located on the underside.
Dimensions: height 17.5 cm, diameter 8 cm. In good condition.
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.
| Creator |
Usaburo |
|---|---|
| Design Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Production Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Asian, Japanese, Vintage, Mid-Century |
| Detailed Condition |
Very Good This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use
|
| Product Code | DWL-1799204 |
| Materials | Wood |
| Color | Red, brown |
| Height |
18 cm 6.9 inch |
| Diameter | 3.1 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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