{"title":"Vintage Traditional Kokeshi Dolls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Traditiona kokeshi were created as early as the late 1960s to the 1800s, by the members of the origianl eleven families who were carpenters, (kijiya), for which the original doll was referred to as Kikuriboko, or “Child of Wood”. Since the popularity of Kokeshi spread all ovder Japan after originating in the Tohoku region, certain styles can be traced back to the onsen, (Hot Spring), in the mountains where they origianlly were created and sold. Visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mingeiarts.com\/collections\/browse-by-family\"\u003eBrowse and Learn section entitled: Search by Family to learn more about the original eleven families.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hijiori-kei-family-suzuki-seiichi-b-1944","title":"Vintage Traditional Hijiori Kokeshi by Suzuki, Seiichi","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e12-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere are few craftsmen who make this type of kokeshi. It shows a mixture of Tougatta and Narugo. \u003cb\u003eThis kokeshi is a large “rattle”.\u003c\/b\u003e It's most recognizable feature is the large head that is hollow and filled with rice, (gara iri), that creates a sharp sound when it is shaken. The head is edged with thick black hair accenting her face. The double-lid eyes are shown under her large eyebrows with slightly opened and accentuated pursed red lips. Her nose is the Naga-Bana style, (long nose that is very pronounced). The simulated kimono has the standard layered red and green Chrysanthemum pattern, which is framed, utilizing Rokuru-Moyo horizontal lines, against the natural yellowed wood. The top of her head shows expressive and flaming Chrysanthemum leaves. The doll is signed on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”), retaining the original craft\/workmanship, commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1944","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096241492068,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/1.-Hijiori_Suzuki-Seiichi.jpg?v=1568827805"},{"product_id":"kiyiyama-kei-family-komatsu-kyuki","title":"Vintage Traditional Kijiyama Kokeshi by Komatsu, Kyuki","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e11-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a “rare” Kijiyama-style doll having an elongated neck, with the head and body is made of a single piece of wood. The face is very gentle and expressive, and accented with red lips. The top of the head pattern represents a traditional hair style with red bow. The main motif represents a simple Chrysanthemum flower on the front of the kimono. Its painted design is finished in clear lacquer. The doll has the artist's signature on the bottom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”). and retains the original craft\/workmanship. Commensurate with age.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAny discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mingei Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096281829476,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/2.Kiyiyama_Komatsu-Kyuki.jpg?v=1568827966"},{"product_id":"kiyiyama-kei-family-kyutaro-ogura","title":"Vintage Traditional Kijiyama Kokeshi by Kyutaro, Ogura","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e10-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll is unique in its overall design and motif and \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebecame the most representative doll of this strain. \u003c\/span\u003eIt has a shorter but elongated neck and head and is made of a single piece of wood. The expressive face and simple hairstyle give the Kijiyama kokeshi a more realistic appearance which is typical of this style. Her striped kimono with a stylized Chrysanthemum design and apron was created in the early 1950s. The doll is painted in black outline with red accents, celebrating the natural characteristics of the wood from which it was formed. The doll has\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e a rich chestnut hue, which adds a warm and inviting aesthetic to the piece, and is\u003c\/span\u003e finished in a clear lacquer. T\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehere is writing to the right of the artist's signature with the doll's identification. This doll was fully made by this artist as opposed to later versions that were simply painted by the artist and the doll itself was lathe-turned by a family member.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Ogura passed in 1998 at the age of 91. In his later years, the Ogura's family members would make the dolls and he would complete all the artwork on the body. He was a very famous and popular artist. His dolls are still very much collected and prized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent with no defects that affect the design, and retains the original craft\/workmanship, commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1950s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096289497188,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/files\/Kiyiyama_Kyutaro-Ogura.jpg?v=1698508894"},{"product_id":"nakanosowa-family-fumio-kakizaki-b-1947","title":"Vintage Nakanosowa Traditional Kokeshi by Fumio, Kakizaki","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e14-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is an exceptionally large doll and represents a sub-strain of the Tsuchiyu family. The face was so distinctive that it was given its own identity. The face is the distinguishing feature always incorporates the Bikkuri-me, (surprised eyes), with blushes around the eyes, and the Shishi-Bana, (lion’s nose), and a unique mouth. The elongated thin body incorporates the Rokuru Moyo horizontal lines framing realistic and abstract flowers on all sides of the doll. The dominant color is red, with some accents of green. It shows black concentric circles on the top of the head called Jano-me, together with a red bow and a loop on the sides of the temporal head (Kase). The doll is signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1947","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096297066596,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/4.-Nakanosowa_Fumio-Kakizuki.jpg?v=1588014150"},{"product_id":"nakanosowa-family-seya-shigeharu-b-1924","title":"Vintage Traditional Nakanosowa Kokeshi by Seya, Shigeharu","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e9-1\/2” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll represents a subs-train of the Tsuchiyu doll. The face was so distinctive that it was given its own identity. The face is the distinguishing feature always incorporates the Bikkuri-me, (surprised eyes), with blushes around the eyes, and the Shishi-Bana, (lion’s nose), and a unique mouth. The body's design in red and green has an abstract motif not particularly representing anything in particular, and shows black concentric circles. The top of the head, called Jano-me, and together with a red bow and a loop on the sides of the temporal head are called Kase. The doll is signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: “as is” with some scattered light wear that does not affect the design. It retains the original craft\/workmanship. The details of the doll are not as refined as other models but offers diversity from the standard realistic flora for the collector of Nakanosowa kokeshi. Again, it is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1924","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096302866532,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/6.-Nakanosowa_Seya-Shigeharu.jpg?v=1588014168"},{"product_id":"nambu-kina-kina-kei-family-jitsutaro-suzumago-b-1908","title":"Vintage Nambu\/Kina-Kina Traditional Kokeshi by Jitsutaro, Suzumago","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e9-1\/2” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis Nambu kokeshi is a plain wooden doll, and originally was used as pacifiers. This kokeshi has a comparatively small head that “bobbles or sways”, and moves freely via an attached joint\/stem. Many of these pieces show diversity in the body shapes. This particular doll has a simulated obi sash incorporated into the solid wood carving. The piece is signed by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”) and retains the original craft\/workmanship free from the effects of aging, other than showing a wonderfully-developed patina and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1908-1984","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096329605220,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/7.-Nambu-Kina-Kina_Jitsuaro-Suzumago.jpg?v=1568829696"},{"product_id":"nambu-kina-kina-kei-family-matsuda-seiichi","title":"Vintage Nambu\/Kina-Kina Traditional Kokeshi by Matsuda, Seiichi","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e7-1\/8” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis Nambu kokeshi is a plain wooden doll and is derived from the original pacifiers made for children. The doll has a comparatively small head that “bobbles or sways”, and moves freely via an attached joint\/stem. The image of this doll demonstrates the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e“swaying” action of this family of dolls.The piece has the signature of the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”), completely free from the effects of aging and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mingei Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096331964516,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/8.-NambuKina-Kina_Matsuda-Seiichi.jpg?v=1568829875"},{"product_id":"nambu-kina-kina-kei-hanamaki-family-sasaki-kakuhei-1933-2007","title":"Vintage Nambu\/Kina-Kina Traditional Kokeshi by Sasaki, Kakuhei","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e10-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the places where the Nambu (Hanamaki) kokeshi were conceived and made is Hanamaki, a hot springs resort in Iwate-ken. This doll has the Hitoe-Mabuta, (single lid) ,eyes, and the Neko-Bana, (cat’s nose), with double bangs framing the face. It has a bulbous body shape that incorporates the Rokuru-Moyo horizontal lines in red and green.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Beautiful, “as is” condition, and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is commensurate with age. There is slight discoloration of the green line work from handling, with no chipping\/cracking or structural damage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1933-2007","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096338583652,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/10.-NambuKina-Kine_Sasaki-Kukuhei.jpg?v=1588014200"},{"product_id":"nambu-kina-kina-kei-hanamaki-family-sasaki-kakuhei","title":"Vintage Nambu\/Kina-Kina Traditional Kokeshi by Sasaki, Kakuhei","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e7-1\/2” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the places where the Nambu (Hanamaki) kokeshi were conceived and made is Hanamaki, a hot springs resort in Iwate-ken. The head of this doll bobbles and incorporates the Hitoe-Mabuta, (single lid), eyes, and the Neko-Bana, (cat’s nose), with double bangs framing the face. It has a bulbous body shape that incorporates the Rokuru-Moyo horizontal lines in red and green.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, “as is” condition and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is commensurate with age. No imperfections from age such as chipping\/cracking or structural damage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1933-2007","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096475488356,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/11.-NambuKina-Kine_Sasaki-Kukuhei.jpg?v=1588014233"},{"product_id":"narugo-kei-family-honda-isao","title":"Vintage Traditional Narugo Kokeshi by Honda, Isao","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e12-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll demonstrates the typical thick, sturdy body with square shoulders with the Chrysanthemum, (Hishigiju) motif on the body. The head and body is made of two pieces of wood and fitted into each other in such a way that the completed doll makes a squeaking sound when the head is turned. Her eyes are drawn with a single, crescent line with small pupils, (hitoemabuta), and eyebrows. She has a small Neko-Bana, (cat’s nose), and red mouth. The hair is suggested with flowers peeking out of the front top of her head. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”), condition and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1941","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096734421092,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/12.-Narugo_Honda_-Isao.jpg?v=1588014255"},{"product_id":"narugo-kei-family-kengo-onuma","title":"Vintage Traditional Narugo Kokeshi by Kengo, Onuma","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e9-3\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis particular Narugo body is rare and quite different from the rest, for it has a thin tapered body with a square accented neck layered with Chrysanthemums, (Kasanegiku), on the body. The head and body are made of two pieces of wood and fitted into each other in such a way that the completed doll makes a squeaking sound when the head is turned. Her face has gentle features with eyes drawn with a single, crescent line with small pupils, (hitoemabuta), and eyebrows. She has a small Neko-Bana, (cat’s nose), and red mouth. The hair is suggested with flowers peeping out of the front top of her head. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”) condition and retains the original craft\/workmanship and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1937-2007","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096741695588,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/13.-Narugo_Kengo_-Onuma.jpg?v=1568839259"},{"product_id":"god-of-the-sea-god-of-good-fortune-tougatta-kei-family-shoshichi-sugawara","title":"\"God of the Sea \u0026 God of Good Fortune\"  Tougatta-Kei (Family) | Shohichi, Sugawara","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold as a pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e6-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShohicki was known for his interpretations of the Seven Lucky Gods, (Benzaiten; Bishamonten; Dikokuten; Ebisu; Fukurokuju, Hotei, and Jurojin). The Seven Lucky Gods are known in Japan as \u003ci\u003eShichi Fukujin\u003c\/i\u003e. Adapted from various Hindu, Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto gods and saints, they were grouped together in Japanese folklore around the 17th Century. This pair of dolls is very rare, and represents two of those Seven Lucky Gods of Good Fortune, (Ebisu and Diakoku).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBoth figures are made from one solid lathe-turned piece of wood showing the wood's natural qualities. In this case, knots, (imperfections in the trunk of the tree, which are considered beautiful by the Japanese). Both are exceptionally rendered, and display the symbolic meaning and physical attributes, (a bag filled with the collection from a good harvest, and a Sea Bream, bringing good luck to fishermen), in a very historically-expressive way. Their smiling faces have large moustaches, ornamented robes, with overall features, all wonderfully detailed in black, red and white. Each has a traditional cap typically worn by the respective God. Both are signed on the bottom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Each are in wonderful condition for their age, are “as is” with some scattered light wear or stain that does not affect the design, and which retains the original craft\/workmanship and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1895-1912","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096757227620,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/14.-Togatta_Shoshichi-Sugawara.jpg?v=1568839434"},{"product_id":"tougatta-kei-family-sakai-shojiro","title":"Vintage Tougatta Traditional Kokeshi by Sakai, Shojiro","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e4-1\/2” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis vintage lathe-turned figure is quite unusual, and represents \u003cb\u003eHotei, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ethe God of abundance and good health, Hotei is depicted as a\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e“roly-poly” Buddhist monk with an expressive smiling face, big ears, hairy chest, navel, and elements of his encompassing robe. Here he is holding a fan keeping cool in the hot summer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSakai-san was was an apprentice of Agatsuma, Kichisuke and known for his interpretations of the Seven Lucky Gods, (Benzaiten; Bishamonten; Dikokuten; Ebisu; Fukurokuju, Hotei, and Jurojin) which are always made of Kabanoki, (birch), because it would emphasize carved or painted ornamentation. The Seven Lucky Gods are known in Japan as \u003ci\u003eShichi Fukujin\u003c\/i\u003e. Adapted from various Hindu, Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto gods and saints, they were grouped together in Japanese folklore around the 17th Century. The piece is signed on the bottom of the figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The figure is in wonderful condition for their age, (“as is”), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eand retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mingei Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096764076132,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/15.-Tougatta_Sakai_-Shojiro.jpg?v=1568839595"},{"product_id":"tougatta-kei-family-agatsuma-kichisuke","title":"Vintage Tougatta Traditional Kokeshi by Agatsuma, Kichisuke","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e6-1\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis vintage lathe-turned figure is very unusual and represents \u003cb\u003eFukurokuji, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ethe God of happiness, wealth and longevity. Fukurokuju has an elongated forehead with exaggerated hair flowing out of his forehead and a long moustache. The entire doll is beautifully colored and ornamented, including the back of the doll that has an interpretation of the “rising sun”. Finally, this figure is on a simple, purple stand, carved from the same piece of wood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAgatsuma-san was known for his interpretations of the Seven Lucky Gods, (Benzaiten; Bishamonten; Dikokuten; Ebisu; Fukurokuju, Hotei, and Jurojin) which are always made of Kabanoki, (birch), because it would emphasize carved or painted ornamentation. The Seven Lucky Gods are known in Japan as \u003ci\u003eShichi Fukujin\u003c\/i\u003e. Adapted from various Hindu, Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto gods and saints, they were grouped together in Japanese folklore around the 17th Century. The piece is detailed and signed on the bottom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The doll is in wonderful condition for its age, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mingei Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096768073828,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/16.-Tougatta_Agatsuma_-Kichisuke.jpg?v=1568839701"},{"product_id":"tougatta-kei-family-yonamoto-minoru","title":"Vintage Tougatta Traditional Kokeshi by Yonamoto, Minoru","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e7-1\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescriptive Qualities: \u003c\/b\u003eEach family craftsman attempted to show creativity, while following strict family doll standards. This kokeshi shows a descendants attempt to personalize his work by adding loose rings carved from one piece of lathe- turned wood. The doll incorporates red, green and purple radial designs as well as a Chrysanthemum on the base. The head of the doll called, (tegara ), is composed of a circle of flowers and bangs. The head is quite large with a slender body, making it easier for children to grasp when they were first used as toys. She has long, narrow, crescent-shaped eyes with both the upper and lower eyelids. Her nose is shaped like two pine needles, (Ware-Bana \/ split nose), and a red dot suggesting her mouth. The doll is signed on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, (“as is”) and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1934-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096772431972,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/17.-Tougatta_Yonamoto-Minoru.jpg?v=1568839806"},{"product_id":"tsuchiyu-kei-family-watanabe-tetsuo","title":"Vintage Tsuchiyu Traditional Kokeshi by Watanabe, Tetsuo","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e4-1\/8” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShown is a very unusual Tsuchiyu kokeshi with all the elements of that family, but quite stylized. The short flattened head is wonderfully detailed. I t has the futae-mabuta, (double lid), eyes, a naru-bana, (long nose), and just a suggestion of a mouth in red. There are black concentric circles on the top of the head called jano-me, and together with a red bow and a loop on the temporal head, (kase), are one major characteristics of this family. There are flower patterns between diverse wide colored lines. A collector will appreciate the vivid facial expression. The piece is signed on the bottom of the doll. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in excellent condition, “as is”, and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1940-2005","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096776626276,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/18.-Tsuchiyu_Watanabe_-Tetsuo.jpg?v=1588014321"},{"product_id":"tsuchiyu-kei-family-watanabe-tetsuo-1","title":"Vintage Tsuchiyu Traditional Kokeshi by Watanabe, Tetsuo","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e4-1\/8” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShown is a very unusual Tsuchiyu kokeshi with all the elements of that family, but quite stylized. The short flattened head is wonderfully detailed. It has the futae-mabuta, (double lid), eyes, a naru-bana, (long nose), and just a suggestion of a mouth in red. There are black concentric circles on the top of the head called jano-me, and together with a red bow and a loop on the temporal head, (kase), are major characteristics of this family. There are wavy line patterns between diverse wide colored lines. A collector will appreciate the vivid facial expression. The piece is signed on the bottom of the doll.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1940-2005","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096781344868,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/19.-Tsuchiyu_Watanabe_-Tetsuo.jpg?v=1588014340"},{"product_id":"tsugaru-kei-family-abo-muchihide","title":"Vintage Tsugaru Traditional Kokeshi by Abo, Muchihide","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e9-1\/2” h\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Tsugaru strain is the newest of the traditional kokeshi. The Tsugaru dolls from the very beginning were mostly made for kokeshi collectors or as souvenirs. One distinguishing feature of this doll is that it has a hat with a top knot in red, without much decoration on the head, other than the indication of hair. The doll has a round chest, thin waist, and tapered lower body with red and purple horizontal line work framing a realistic flower with leaves. It has the Futae-Mabuta, (double lid), eyes, and large eyebrows, and a Maru-Bana, (round nose). The piece is signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096790126692,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/20.-Tsugaru_Abo_-Muchihide.jpg?v=1568840181"},{"product_id":"tsugaru-kei-family-kitayama-moriharu","title":"Vintage Tsugaru Traditional Kokeshi by Kitayama, Moriharu","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e4-3\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Tsugaru strain is the newest of the traditional kokeshi. The Tsugaru dolls from the very beginning were mostly made for kokeshi collectors or as souvenirs. One distinguishing feature of this doll is that it has a hat with a top knot in red, with what is finished using “chattering”, to add texture to the hat, with a purple top knot. There is a simple indication of hair on the sides of its face. The doll has an ornamented round chest, thin waist, and tapered lower body with red, green, yellow and purple horizontal line work. It has the Hitoe-Mabuta, (single-lid), eyes and large eyebrows, and a Maru-Bana, (round nose). The piece is signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1947","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096803496036,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/21.-Tsugaru_Kitayama_-Morihau.jpg?v=1568840343"},{"product_id":"yajirou-kei-family-seishi-takahashi","title":"Vintage Yajirou Traditional Kokeshi by Seishi, Takahashi","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e11-1\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne characteristic feature of the Yajiro kokeshi is the head with a multi-colored cap-like Rokoru Moyo pattern painted on a lathe to create perfectly rendered lines.\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis kokeshi is a “rattle\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts most recognizable feature is the large head that is hollow and filled with rice, (gara iri), which creates a sharp sound when it is shaken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e It has a thick, undulating body with a broad base, giving the impression of being more stable. The waist shows a three-dimensional carving in the middle to accentuate the simulated obi. Flowers from the cherry tree have been incorporated into the body. The neck and bottom of the doll further simulate a kimono. Her head is oversized, which is characteristic of this family of dolls, with eyes are called Hitoe-Mabuta, (single-lid), a simple eye is drawn with a single curved line with an eyeball underneath. The nose is called Bachi-Bana, (drum-stick nose).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096808149092,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/23.-Yajirou_-Seishi_-Takahashi.jpg?v=1568840616"},{"product_id":"yajirou-kei-family-sato-koichi","title":"Vintage Yajirou Traditional Kokeshi by Sato, Koichi","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: Container\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003e9-3\/4” h; Smaller Doll – 5-0”h; miniature Doll – 3-0”h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis very rare and unusual doll was designed to show a creative interpretation of the traditional family doll. It consists of two containers, (one large, one small), each containing an exact replica of the outer doll.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eOne characteristic feature of the Yajiro kokeshi is the head with a multi-colored bob or chignon with a Rokoru -Moyo pattern painted on a lathe to create perfectly rendered lines. It has a straight, beautifully painted body. The waist shows line work of different colors to accentuate the simulated obi. The neck and bottom of the doll further simulates a kimono. Her eyes are called Hitoe-Mabuta, (single-lid) with eyebrows, a simple eye drawn with a single curved line with an eyeball underneath. It is a wonderfully complex piece and is signed on the bottom of the main container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: This double kokeshi container, including each doll, is in pristine condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1936","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096809984100,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/24c.-Yijrou_Sato_-Koichi.jpg?v=1568840740"},{"product_id":"sakunami-kei-family-hiraga-teruyuki","title":"Vintage Sakunami Traditional Kokeshi by Hiraga, Teruyuki","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e6-0” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll is quite unusual because of the carving treatment executed throughout the doll. The original Sakunami doll began as a very thin doll, which could hardly stand up. Later the dolls began to have thicker bodies but still with characteristics of the slender originals. Shown is an expressive face with individually drawn bangs and tuffs of hair surrounding the face. Her eyes are categorized as Double Lid; the nose is an elongated tear drop nose that is totally filled in with black as are the other details of her face with a tiny red dot that represents her mouth. The motif represents a Chrysanthemum with the dominant colors of red and green. The most unique element is the “chattering of her expressive hat that has a red top knot to finish off the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in pristine condition, (“as is”). and retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1940","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096811458660,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/25.-Yamagata-Sakunami_Hiraga_-Teruyaki.jpg?v=1568840824"},{"product_id":"yamagata-kei-family-hiraga-kenjiro","title":"Vintage Yamagata Traditional Kokeshi by Hiraga, Kenjiro","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e19-1\/2” h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll is quite unusual for two reasons: It is an extremely large heavily-turned doll from one piece of wood weighing 4-1\/2lbs, and secondly because it is a black Yamagata which is quite rare. It is generally believed that a carver had served an apprenticeship with a craftsman in Yamagata who began the Sakunami strain. Besides the two places, the doll is now made in Yonezawa, Tendo, Yachi.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eShown is an expressive face with individual bangs and tufts of hair surrounding the face with a Chrysanthemum on top of her head. Her eyes are categorized as Double Lid; the nose is the elongated teardrop nose, and a tiny red dot represents her mouth.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHer undulating body, (kimono), has varying widths of Rokoru-Moyo line work with abstract flowers in the center representing her obi. She sits on a black base, again made from the same piece of wood and affording her a firm base on which to be displayed. The doll is signed by the artist. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe price includes FREE shipping with the exception of a small cost for packing supplies. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in perfect excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is completely free from the effects of aging. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1918","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096813523044,"sku":"","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/26.-Yamagata_Hiraga_-Kenjiro.jpg?v=1588014510"},{"product_id":"zao-kei-family-ishizawa-kazuo","title":"Vintage Zao Traditional Kokeshi by Ishiyama, Kazuo","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e8-1\/4” h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis delicate kokeshi has all the traditional qualities of the Zao family dolls, with one exception, and that is the use of the atypical colors of red and green. The beautifully proportioned face is emphasized, and incorporates the Futae-Mabuta, (double lid), eyes; the stylized Naga-Bana, (long ear drop nose), and the Chrysanthemum flower motif on the top of the head and the side of the face. The predominate color used to decorate her kimono is a brilliant red with the stacked Chrysanthemum in red and green, framed with green Rokoru-Moyo line work. The doll is signed by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is in pristine condition, (“as is”) and retains the original craft\/workmanship and commensurate with age and completely free from the effects of aging. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1929","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096814997604,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/ZaoKokeshibyIshiyama_kazuo_b84438f1-1265-46bb-bad7-5134d6f71e03.jpg?v=1624145679"},{"product_id":"zao-kei-family-ishizawa-kazuo-1","title":"Vintage Zao Traditional Kokeshi by Ishiyama, Kazuo","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e18-0” h\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis doll is quite unusual because it is an extremely large heavily turned doll from one piece of wood weighing 4-1\/8lbs, and secondly because it has all the traditional qualities of the Zao family dolls but is painted in black which is quite rare. The beautifully proportioned face is emphasized and incorporates the Futae-Mabuta, (double lid) eyes; the stylized Naga-Bana nose; and the Chrysanthemum flower motif on the top of the head and the side of the face. The stacked Chrysanthemum is framed with black Rokoru-Moyo line work and beautifully rendered in shades of gray and black being the main feature of her kimono. The doll is signed by the artist. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe price includes FREE shipping with the exception of a small cost for packing supplies.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Condition\u003c\/b\u003e: The piece is exceptional and in excellent condition, (“as is”), and retains the original craft\/workmanship, and is completely free from the effects of aging. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1929","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30096829808740,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/ZaoKokeshibyIshiyama_kazuo.jpg?v=1624145448"},{"product_id":"nambu-kina-kina-kei-family-jitsutaro-suzumago","title":"Vintage Nambu\/Kina-Kina Traditional Kokeshi by Jitsutaro, Suzumago","description":"\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 7-1\/2” h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Nambu kokeshi is a plain wooden doll, and originally was used as pacifiers. This kokeshi has a comparatively small head that “bobbles or sways”, and moves freely via an attached joint\/stem. Many of these pieces show diversity in the body shapes. This particular doll has a simulated obi sash incorporated into the solid wood carving. The piece is signed by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, (“as is”) and retains the original craft\/workmanship free from the effects of aging, other than showing a wonderfully-developed patina and commensurate with age. Any discoloration, chipping\/cracking, surface wear, or structural damage is noted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1970","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31458438643812,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/Nambu_Kina-Kina.jpg?v=1625611324"},{"product_id":"nese-traditional-yajiro-kokeshi-by-sato-seikou","title":"Japanese Traditional Yajiro Kokeshi by Sato, Seikou","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 10-0” h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered is an extremely expressive and jovially celebratory Kokeshi, all lathe-turned and hand-painted by the artist who signed the piece on the bottom of the doll. One characteristic feature of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYajiro\u003c\/b\u003e strain is said to be the head with a multi-colored cap-like pattern painted with a Rokuro (a lathe) with decorated side hair fringes. The body of this doll ungulates in width with a broader base for stability. Here the waist is accentuated with a colored band relief and shows a combination of hand-painted decoration and multi-colored \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRokoru Mayo \u003c\/b\u003ehorizontal lines. A simple eye is referred to as “\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHitoe-mabuta\u003c\/b\u003e” (single-lid) where the eye is drawn with a single curved line with an eyeball underneath with a prominent eyebrow above. It has what is referred to as a “\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBachi-Bana\u003c\/b\u003e” (shortened drum-stick) nose and accentuated red mouth. And finally, the most unusual aspect of this particular doll is its red cheeks which is a signature feature of this artist. The doll is signed, has his impressed stamp by the artist on the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e:  Excellent, very refined doll in its original condition and well preserved for its age. It is beautiful and well-formed, with excellent proportions with wonderful hand painting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Late 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40003459317949,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TraditionalYajiroKokeshi.jpg?v=1623619258"},{"product_id":"japanese-traditional-yajiro-kokeshi-by-sato-seikou","title":"Japanese Traditional Yajiro Kokeshi by Sato, Seikou","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 8-0” h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered is an extremely cheerful Kokeshi, all lathe-turned and hand painted by the artist who signed the piece on the bottom of the doll. One characteristic feature of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYajiro\u003c\/b\u003e strain is said to be the head with a multi-colored cap-like pattern painted with a Rokuro (a lathe) with decorated side hair fringes. The unusual feature of this doll is that its body is uniform with multi-colored \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRokoru Mayo\u003c\/b\u003e horizontal lines to ornament the figure. A simple eye is referred to as “\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHitoe-mabuta\u003c\/b\u003e” (single-lid) where the eye is drawn with a single curved line with an eyeball underneath with a prominent eyebrow above. It\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ehas what is referred to as a “\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBachi-Bana\u003c\/b\u003e” (shortened drum-stick) nose and accentuated red mouth. And finally, the most unusual aspect of this particular doll is its red cheeks which is a signature feature of this artist. The doll is signed, has his impressed stamp by the artist on the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e:  Excellent, original condition and well preserved for its age. It is beautiful and well formed, excellent proportions and wonderful hand painting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Early 1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40003476979901,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TraditionalYajiroKokeshibySato.jpg?v=1623619513"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-fukuchi-yoshio-tsuchiyu-family","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Fukuchi Yoshio Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 9-1\/2”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome black and green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003earound the eyes\u003c\/span\u003e, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1952","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40168989851837,"sku":"","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshibyFukuchiYoshioTsuchiyu.jpg?v=1625628223"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-seya-shigeharu-tsuchiyu-family","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Seya, Shigeharu Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 13-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003earound the eyes\u003c\/span\u003e, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” detailed drawing and coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1968","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40169019801789,"sku":"","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshibySeya_Shigeharu.jpg?v=1625629406"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-seya-shigeharu-tsuchiyu-family-1","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Seya, Shigeharu Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome black and green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003earound the eyes\u003c\/span\u003e, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Very good vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading but the drawn work is not clean and crisp. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1968","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40169055027389,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshibyFukuchiYoshio.jpg?v=1625630087"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-honda-nobuo-tsuchiyu-family","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Honda, Nobuo Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 10-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome black and green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003earound the eyes\u003c\/span\u003e, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers and buds inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172041273533,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TakobozuNakanosawaKokeshi.jpg?v=1625669180"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-honda-nobuo-tsuchiyu-family-1","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Honda, Nobuo Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 10-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome red Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003earound the eyes\u003c\/span\u003e, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers and buds inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands on the lower body which resembles a music score. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Very good vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Slight discoloration on the face. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172054511805,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshibyHondaNobuo.jpg?v=1625669508"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-tsuchiyu-saito-tokuju-tsuchiyu-family","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Saito, Tokuju, Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 7-1\/4”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Fukuchi Yoshio,\u003c\/b\u003e (1927-1985). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis masters were Iawamoto Yoshizou and Aba Ichio.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome black and green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion that had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features.  This Kokeshi has a characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBikkuri-me\u003c\/b\u003e eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush around the eyes, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays abstract red peony flowers with green grasses inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. with Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “refined and crisp” drawing\/coloration on a fine wood base. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172066046141,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshiTsuchiyu_Saito.jpg?v=1625670342"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-kokeshi-by-sato-fumio-tougatta-family","title":"Traditional Vintage Kokeshi by Sato Fumio, Tougatta Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12-1\/4”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional Anniversary Kokeshi with black semi-e of “\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKotobuki\/Kame\u003c\/b\u003e“ wishes on the body, and of the Tougatta family by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSato Fumio\u003c\/b\u003e,\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e(1923-). His masters were Sato, Bunsuke, and Sato, Ushizo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kokeshi has the characteristic narrow, columnar body with tapered shoulders with a  head that is wider than the rest of the doll. It has black hair and bangs and side fringes. Its eyes are thin and narrow with what is called a “cat” nose and expressive red-accented mouth. And finally, the beautiful expression on the body of the doll wishing \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Congratulations and Long life”\u003c\/i\u003e. On the back of the doll are wonderful red and black wildflowers giving more personalization and uniqueness to the piece. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll.\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Tougatta doll is thought to be the “oldest” family member of the Traditional school. The Tougatta style is specifically sought after by collectors for their interesting range of images which break away from the pure traditional family motif. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. This type of doll draws special attraction to collectors because of this specific black style of the motif. The doll has been published in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Collectors Guide: Traditional and Creative Kokeshi and Toys. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Tougatta Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172378194109,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TougattaKokeshibySatoFumio.jpg?v=1625676292"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-nambu-kina-kina-family-kokeshi-by-jitsutaro-suzumago","title":"Traditional Vintage Nambu\/Kina Kina Family Kokeshi by Jitsutaro, Suzumago","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKina Kina Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNambu-kei family\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJitsutaro, Suzumago \u003c\/b\u003e(b1908-1984). This doll was styled after what might well be considered the original Kokeshi as it is said they were always unpainted and modeled after a smaller version of the baby’s pacifier or ‘teething’ doll called \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKikuriboko, or \"Child of Wood\u003c\/b\u003e.\". As in every case the wood has a very smooth surface and no ornamentation to facilitate its’ purpose. The larger version of course was not a teething doll but was modeled after the same body form. \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Kokeshi has the standard “nodder” head that is snapped-on to the body so that they would turn and wobble. With no decoration other than a refined form and a suggestion of an obi on the body. The piece is signed on the base.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. Beautiful polished patina developed from age with no flaws. The doll has been published in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Collectors Guide: Traditional and Creative Kokeshi and Toys. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nambu\/Kina-Kiina-Kei Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172387926205,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/Nambu_KinaKinabyJitsutaro_suzumago.jpg?v=1625676482"},{"product_id":"traditional-vintage-takobozu-nakanosawa-kokeshi-by-arakawa-yoichi-tsuchiyu-family","title":"Traditional Vintage ‘Takobozu’ Nakanosawa Kokeshi by Arakawa, Yoichi, Tsuchiyu Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakanosawa Kokeshi\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTsuchiyu-kei family by Arakawa, Yoichi,\u003c\/b\u003e (1938-). \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis master was Iawamoto Yoshizou.\u003c\/i\u003e This style of Kokeshi was originally created by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Zenkichi\u003c\/b\u003e of the Nakanosawa Onsen, and after his death, his son \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYoshizou\u003c\/b\u003e, along with other prominent craftsmen like Fukuchi, Yoshio keeping the Nakanosawa doll’s tradition alive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Kokeshi is referred to as \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTakobozu\u003c\/b\u003e (an octopus face with a shaven head reminiscent of that worn by monks with Janome black and green Rokoru rings painted on its head with side hair fringes, with a rarely seen \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“pigtail”\u003c\/b\u003e on the back of its head). The facial expression show humor that is representative of \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIwamoto Kenichi\u003c\/b\u003e, a street dancer, (\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSutorītodansā\u003c\/b\u003e) in the 1920s who used a cushion which had a face with large eyes painted it. His audience was soon so taken with his dance with the pillow that they asked for a doll to be made with these special features. \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kokeshi has the characteristically large over-sized head and unique large expressive Bikkuri-me eyes, (surprised eyes) and expressive Shishi-bata Lion’s nose with flared nostrils. Many have a reddish to pink blush on each cheek, that was painted on the pillow and open mouth with red tongue. The painted body of the doll displays large open red and black peony flowers inspired by the tattoos that the Geisha sported. Incorporated are Rokoru varying width bands below the neck and lower body. The doll is signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented  colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. These beguiling dolls have a special attraction to collectors because of their history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Nakanosowa Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1952","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172401197245,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/NakanosawaKokeshibyArakawa_Yoichi.jpg?v=1625676663"},{"product_id":"rare-traditional-vintage-kokeshi-by-sato-tetsuro-tougatta-family","title":"Rare Traditional Vintage Kokeshi by Sato Tetsuro, Tougatta Family","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is traditional Anniversary Kokeshi with black semi-e of Kotobuki\/Kame wishes on the body, and of the Tougatta family by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSato Tetsuro\u003c\/b\u003e,\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e(1932-). His masters were Sato, Kichiya, and Sato, Kichinosuke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kokeshi has the characteristic narrow, columnar body with tapered shoulders with a  head that is wider than the rest of the doll. It has variegated grey and black hair with bangs and side fringes. Its eyes are thin and narrow with what is called a “cat” nose and expressive red-accented mouth. The piece displays a stacking of Chrysanthemum flowers that are framed with black Rokoru-Moyo line work and beautifully rendered in gray and black being the main feature of her kimono. The doll is extensively signed by the artist on the bottom of the doll with details of the doll. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe specific type of Tougatta doll is thought to be the “oldest” family member of the Traditional school. The Tougatta style is specifically sought after by collectors for their interesting range of images which break away from the pure traditional family motif. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent vintage condition and as originally made. All of the represented colors show no fading or discoloration with “crisp” drawing\/coloration. Beautiful polished patina developed from age. This type of doll draws special attraction to collectors because of this specific black style of the motif. The doll has been published in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Collectors Guide: Traditional and Creative Kokeshi and Toys. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE\u003c\/b\u003e: Under our Browse and Learn section, please refer to \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse by Family, Tougatta Family\u003c\/b\u003e for full details on the history and development of this style doll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172427051197,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TougattaKokeshibySatoTetsuro.jpg?v=1625677084"},{"product_id":"japanese-traditional-kokeshi-tougatta-kei-family-kokeshi-by-sakura-kinu","title":"Japanese Traditional Kokeshi | Tougatta-Kei (Family) Kokeshi by Sakura Kinu","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 18-0”h (4lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakura-san was born in 1918 and apprenticed under the master, Asakura Eiji, Miyagi Prefecture. Tougatta dolls are easily recognized by their narrow, columnar body shapes, tapering at the shoulders to an extremely large head that is wider than the rest of the doll, and more angular than round. This extremely large Tougatta doll's head is a squeeze-in type with an unpronounced neck. The head is covered with a black and grey painting of stacked chrysanthemums and has bangs split with two with side hair fringes, thin narrow “sleepy” eyes, and a split nose, or what is referred to as a cat-type nose. It has stylized, stacked chrysanthemums, (Kiku) on its body (Kimono). Additionally, it is decorated with circular-style lines at the neck and bottom of the doll, known as Rokoru Moyo, which is done as the doll is turned on the lathe. The doll is lathe-turned from one piece of wood with the only joint being at the neck\/head\/body. The doll is a script signature of the artist on the bottom of the doll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent and commensurate with age with minimal fading of the motif. Extremely large, heavy doll. Collectors find based on workmanship and size. A fine example of Tougatta Family Kokeshi by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eone of the few female lathe-turners of the time\u003c\/b\u003e, which makes it very rare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1950-1960","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40850882756797,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/IMG_1741.jpg?v=1633712729"},{"product_id":"japanese-traditional-kokeshi-rare-yajirou-kei-family-doll-by-hamatsu-heizaburo","title":"Japanese Traditional Kokeshi | Rare Yajirou-Kei (Family) Doll by Hamatsu Heizaburo","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 18-0”h (4lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered is an extremely large Yajirou Kokeshi by Hamatsu-san was born in 1933 who is from the small farming village of Yajirou-machi near Kamasaki Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture, once a farming village between two, tall mountains. He studied under the master Niiyama Sanai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kokeshi has distinctly painted waist and slightly wider base, making it very stable. This doll follows the standard of Yajirou dolls in which it has a hand-painted black collar, showing a small amount of the red undergarment. It has horizontal rings circling the waists using what is called Rokoru moyo style, and a tall grass motif on both sides below the waist at the base of the doll. Additionally, the Kimono is shown at the bottom as being partially open with red accents simulating the undergarment which is the only decoration. The dolls shows a painted beret-like feature or a bun on their head, similarly painted with a red center spot. Additionally incorporated is one lid or double eyelids, cat or pick shaped nose. This doll is made of the preferred wood which is white dogwood, (mazuki). The piece is signed on the bottom in script by the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent and commensurate with age with minimal fading of the motif. Extremely large, heavy doll. A collectors find based on workmanship and size. Fine example of the Yajirou-kei Family of Kokeshi. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40850907168957,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/IMG_1739.jpg?v=1633714074"},{"product_id":"japanese-traditional-kokeshi-yajirou-kei-family-doll-by-niiyama-fukuo","title":"Japanese Traditional Kokeshi | Yajirou-Kei (Family) Doll by Niiyama, Fukuo","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 15-3\/4”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat an exceptional find in museum quality condition. This Kokeshi was crafted and painted by Hisashi Niiyama who was born i n 1915 and apprenticed under his father Kyuji Niiyama and followed in his tradition of turning Yajirou dolls.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs common with this style of Kokeshi it has a distinctly narrow waist line and wider bases. This Yajirou utilizes a veritable rainbow of colors, from the usual red, purple, blue and green, and in a very unusual undulating form. The upper body has a hand-painted collar with horizontal stripes encircling the neck and body with simple brush stokes in green on the bodice. These Rokoru moyo style horizontal red stripes continue below the waist, terminating at the base with red vertical line work. The top of the head shows red, purple rings with a green center spot on the top of the skull with painted beret-like feature with side hair fringes framing the face. The face is detailed with expressive one lid or double eyelids, cat nose and red lips. The doll is lathe-turned from one piece of cherry wood. The piece is signed on the bottom in script by the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent and commensurate with age with no fading of the painted motif. Wonderful workmanship, turning and painted features. Fine example of the Yajirou-kei Family of Kokeshi. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40850931220669,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/IMG_1744.jpg?v=1633713442"},{"product_id":"japanese-traditional-kokeshi-yajirou-kei-family-doll-by-yoshihiro-sato","title":"Japanese Traditional Kokeshi | Yajirou-Kei (Family) Doll by Yoshihiro Sato","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-3\/4”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an award-winning Kokeshi for which the silver label still remains on the bottom of the doll with the signature of the Yoshihiro-san in the script is on the bottom of the piece. This particular Yajirou is a little more formal in its overall design and execution.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis particular style of Kokeshi has a totally straight body with just slight tapering of the overall form. This Yajirou shows no brilliant colors other than black and grey. The unusual element is the tampered shoulder attachment between the head and upper body. This treatment and the upper part of the body has a hand-painted collar with horizontal stripes encircling the neck and body with Rokoru moyo style horizontal black stripes framing the black and grey stacked chrysanthemums. The same chrysanthemums appear at the top of the head with painted beret-like features with side hair fringes framing the face. The face is detailed with expressive one lid or double eyelids, pick-shaped nose, and red lips. The doll is lathe-turned from one piece of cherry wood. The piece is signed on the bottom in script by the artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent and commensurate with age with no fading of the painted motif. Wonderful workmanship, turning and painted features. Fine example of the Yajirou-kei Family of Kokeshi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Late 1970s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40850955862205,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/IMG_1743.jpg?v=1633713807"},{"product_id":"japanese-early-hand-carved-traditional-kokeshi-entitled-mt-nangai-cho-woodlands-by-matagoro-yashima","title":"Japanese Early Hand Carved Traditional Kokeshi | Entitled: Mt. Nangai-cho Woodlands by Matagoro, Yashima","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: 12-0”h\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWell over two hundred years ago, a Kiji-shi by the name of Matagoro harvested Sugi, (Cedar), in the mountains of Nangai-cho in the Akita Prefecture. He was a highly-skilled carver who enjoyed working with ‘Sugi’, as it was an aromatic, softwood with a very visible grain. His most famous Kokeshi celebrates Mt. Nangai-cho and the Cedar tree that is cherished and protected by all Japanese. \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis was the first generation Matagoro doll and is believed to be one of his original conceptions of this doll’s shape and simple form.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kokeshi exemplifies a rough hand-carved doll, (not lathe-turned), which is thought to be the forerunner of the Traditional Kijiyama doll. Since the wood was too soft to work on the primitive lathe in use at the time, Matagoro-san carved\/chiseled his dolls, until more modern techniques allowed for shaping them on a lathe. The aesthetic difference of his doll is that the suggestion of the Kimono is usually a simple line. Matagoro-san has hand-signed the doll on the back of the form along with his impressed ‘red’ mark.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe later added a Basho Haiku, (Poem), into the front of his creation and when translated reads:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIcy crystals cling to sweet cedar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBranches glimmer in the sun\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinter’s masterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e: Commensurate with age, original with no restoration, and as originally crafted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Early, 1800s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40852449460413,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/IMG_1762.jpg?v=1633727609"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-rainbow-tougatta-kei-kokeshi-by-hiroi-masaaki","title":"Vintage Traditional Rainbow Tougatta-Kei Kokeshi by Hiroi, Masaaki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e12-0”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 4\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTougatta dolls are thought to be the oldest family members of the Traditional school. They originated in the Tougatta Onsen in the Miyagi Prefecture and were subsequently being produced also at Aone Onsen, and the cities of Sendai, and Izumi. The Tougatta style is easily found by collectors in an interesting range of variations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShown is an extremely rare Kokeshi by an artist that made a limited number of dolls, for he specialized and had a passion for toys and spinning tops, (Koma) where his reputation has lasted through today. Hiroi did not live in the Miyagi Prefecture where the Tougatta Kokeshi originated, but this lathe-turned doll was inspired by the Tougatta Family having a narrow, columnar body that tapers at the shoulders to a head that is wider than the rest of the body. It has bangs split in two with side fringes with a shaggy overall hairline and thin narrow eyes and a split nose. The body is banded in rainbow colors, (which are very rare), and throughout the body, along with shallow carved line work giving texture to the doll. This treatment is a circular-style treatment that is a very meticulous method known as ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokoru Moyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’. The doll is signed in the script by the artist on the bottom of the figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 5\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hiroi-san, (1935-2019) and lived in Oshima, K\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eō\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eō \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWard (Tokyo) with his mother, father, and three siblings and was driven out of his home by the fires from air raids, first to Kuramae, then Roppongi and Shirokane, for which they barely escaped with their lives. It was also because of the war that he began to make Kokeshi, which were originally considered toys, toy action figures, and tops after his father gave me a foot-powered lathe so he could make tops and other things to play with and to entertain children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Cutting-edge technology is fun, but it’s a pity if children become absorbed only in those toys. There are traditional toys and traditional ways to play in Japan. One of them is the spinning top, (Koma). I am sad to see so many old toys become obsolete around the world. I want to make people who buy my toys, laugh, and make toys that anyone, old and young, men and women can enjoy”. MH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u2029\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293331300541,"sku":"","price":158.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TraditiionalTougattaRainbowKokeshibyHiroiMasaaki.jpg?v=1641938437"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-yajirou-kokeshi-by-niiyama-fukuo","title":"Vintage Traditional Yajirou Kokeshi by Niiyama, Fukuo","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 9\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7-1\/2”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 9\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYajirou dolls hail from the small farming village of Yajirou near Kamasaki Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture. As with this doll, it has distinct waists and a wider base making them very stable. Its unique quality is the deep relief carving at the narrow portion of the waist and that the figure is entirely black painting and having a very Victorian Edwardian appearance in the coloration and form of its garment. The entire body is hand-painted with horizontal stripes encircling the body, as well as on the top of the head as in the ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokoru Moyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ style. The lower portion of the figure has an abstract motif terminating at the base. Incorporated are the double eyelids, cat-shaped nose, and tiny red dot representing her mouth. The piece is signed in script on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no biographical information published on this artist other than he was a Yajirou carver born in 1922.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293372162237,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/VintageTraditionalYajirouKokeshi.jpg?v=1641938817"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-yajirou-kokeshi-by-endo-tsutumo","title":"Vintage Traditional Yajirou Kokeshi by Endo Tsutumo","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 10\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5-3\/4”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 10\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough this beautifully finished doll utilizes traditional Yajirou family elements and techniques and utilizes a black ink in sumi-e’ style drawing of chrysanthemum petals in the center spot under the collar and base of the figure. The entire figure is painted in black with delicate, varying widths of horizontal stripes encircling the figure, as in the ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokoru Moyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ style. The hair of the doll is very stylized with the traditional bangs and use of the same ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokoru Mayo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ bands that ring the top of the head. The face has double eyelids, a faint pick-shaped nose, and a tiny mouth. The piece is signed in script on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no biographical information published on this artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293384679613,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/VintageTraditionalYajirouKokeshi_6d30e25c-468d-4c15-9d73-ad9c15693109.jpg?v=1641939137"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-yajirou-sugegasa-kokeshi-by-niiyama-hisashi","title":"Vintage Traditional Yajirou Sugegasa Kokeshi by Niiyama, Hisashi","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 11\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5-3\/4”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 11\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe creator of this type of doll hail from the small farming village of Yajirou-machi near Kamasaki Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture, once a farming village between two, tall mountains. The kiji-shi (woodworkers) in their spare time sent their wives to the nearby Kamasaki Onsen to sell their work to tourist shops and through Onsens (hot springs).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a less common and very rare Yajirou Kokeshi that is shown with a conical hat known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSugegasa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, (dimpled hat), an accessory that was almost forgotten in history. As seen in this Kokeshi the hat represents the older conical hat simulating the weaving of dry grass and was worn as e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003effi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecient protection against both sun and rain, but here takes on a more “dressed” look with its red strips and ornamented Kimono. Her body is painted in the red beginning with the understated motif with a distinctive narrow waist which is emphasized with a brightly colored red band with the figure terminating in a wider base. She has the standard double eyelids, pick-shaped nose, and hair fringes framing the face. This doll is made from cherry wood and signed on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no other biographical information published on the artist other than he was a Yajirou artist born in 1915 and studied under his father and Master: Niiyama, Hisaji.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u2029\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293393854653,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TraditionalSugegasaKokeshi.jpg?v=1641939524"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-tsuchiyu-sugegasa-kokeshi-by-watanabe-sadao","title":"Vintage Traditional Tsuchiyu Sugegasa Kokeshi by Watanabe, Sadao","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 12\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7-1\/8”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 12\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsuchiyu Family dolls originated in the 1840s at Tsuchiyu Onsen in Fukushima Prefecture, with the work of Sakuma Kamegoro, a kiji-shi who had made various wood items for visitors to the Tsuchiyu Onsen. This is a less common and very rare Tsuchiyu Kokeshi that is shown with a conical hat known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSugegasa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an accessory almost forgotten in history. Only on traditional occasions, people are still wearing this Japanese traditional hat. As seen in this Kokeshi the hat represents the older conical hat that is very wide-brimmed having both concentric circles in red, purple, and green on the top called Janome, which mimicked lacquered umbrellas, (Kasa).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe circular banded body is painted in red colors beginning with a simple motif that is more free-form than the typical variable and delicate lifework of the ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokuro Moyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ treatment. This artist is famous for being the most accomplished in the circular style of painting, as he took several steps further by either reversing the line at some point or by zig-zagging the lines periodically. Both add a dynamic element to the overall treatment of the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis doll has eyes called futae-mabuta, (double lid), and noses called tare-bana, (long nose), and hair fringes with slight bangs framing the face. This doll is made from cherry wood and signed on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no other biographical information published on the artist other than he was born in 1938 and studying under his father and Master: Watanabe, Sadami born in 1917.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293403193533,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/TraditionalTsuchiyuSugegasaKokeshi.jpg?v=1641939897"},{"product_id":"vintage-traditional-tsuchiyu-sugegasa-kokeshi-by-watanabe-sadao-1","title":"Vintage Traditional Tsuchiyu Sugegasa Kokeshi by Watanabe, Sadao","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 13\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7-1\/8”h\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 13\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a less common and very rare Tsuchiyu Kokeshi that is shown with a conical hat known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSugegasa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Only on traditional occasions, people are still wear Japanese traditional hats. As seen in this Kokeshi the hat represents the older conical hat that is very wide-brimmed with both concentric circles in red and green on the top called Janome and mimicked lacquered umbrellas of the time, (Kasa).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe narrow, circular wide banded body is painted with red with a chrysanthemum motif in-between the banding using water-based paint, (that is why you see the fanning out of the flower detains), as opposed to oil-based which was an older method and does not lose its form. Both add a dynamic element to the dolls. This doll has eyes called futae-mabuta, (double lid), and noses called tare-bana, (long nose), and hair fringes with slight bangs framing the face. This doll is made from Kiri wood and not lacquered as his other dolls which indicates it might be an earlier version of this type. The doll is signed on the bottom by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no other biographical information published on the artist other than he was born in 1938 and studying under his father and Master: Watanabe, Sadami born in 1917.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Late, 1950s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293412237501,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/VintageTraditionalTsuchiyuKokeshi.jpg?v=1641940196"},{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-traditional-tougatta-ejiko-kokeshi-entitled-koma-kodoma-by-sato-masahiro","title":"Vintage Japanese Traditional Tougatta Ejiko Kokeshi, Entitled: Koma Kodoma by Sato, Masahiro","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 21\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8-0”h x 8-1\/2” dia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 21\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Ejiko container is the largest piece we have found in over 40 years of buying Japanese Folk Art from the Island of Japan. The Japanese have always known that Pagoda trees were special and always emphasize their natural qualities a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eording a durable and long-lasting artifact. As with this carving, the wood is composed of alternating natural colors of light-brown to gray-brown throughout the wood. This makes a perfect Kokeshi or Ejiko made by carvers in both Sendai and Hokkaido, Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Ejiko has a perfect balance of polished and natural textured wood, stripped of its bark and hollowed out for holding children’s toys, and in this case, beautiful hand made spinning tops incorporating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emarquetry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, (small pieces of variously colored wood laid on top of a pre-determined form) geometric patterns. It has a separate, upper part of the body acting as a lid, with a head in the style of the Tougatta Family. This part incorporates on both the top of the head and shoulders, bangs and side hair fringes, with a red stylized chrysanthemum flower and green leaf. The face has narrow eyes and a small pick-shaped nose. The head on the top serves as a decorative grip for easy opening. The container has wide free-form shoulders that are encircled with green ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRokoru Mayo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ bands, and further decorated with beautiful red chrysanthemum flowers. The piece is signed in script on the bottom by the artist Sato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Excellent, original condition, with no fading or loss of color and consistent with age and standards of collectible Folk Art. All details are perfect and as crafted. A true collectors find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: There is no other biographical information published on the artist other than he was born in 1938 in the Miyagi prefecture and apprenticed with the Grand Masters Sato Tetsuro and Wagatsuma, Kichisuke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u2029\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1960s","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293973192893,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/products\/VintageEjikowithTops.jpg?v=1641961045"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0097\/4195\/9268\/collections\/Screen_Shot_2017-10-10_at_3.22.19_PM.jpg?v=1673727882","url":"https:\/\/mingeiarts.com\/collections\/vintage-traditional-kokeshi-dolls.oembed?page=3","provider":"Mingei Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}