Vintage Japanese Traditional Hand-Painted Kokeshi Dolls, 1950s, Set of 4

About This Piece

Vintage Design

For sale is a vintage set of four traditional Japanese wooden 'Naruko' and 'Togatta' style "Kokeshi" dolls, dating from circa the mid-20th century.

Consisting of four different-sized, unique hand-painted dolls, some hand-signed and inscribed and ranging in size from 27cm to 49cm, the set is in fair vintage condition with patina, wear, discolouration and moisture marks consistent with age & use.

Kokeshi are wooden dolls that originate from the Tōhoku region of north-eastern Japan and which emerged as a folk craft from hot spring mountain villages at the end of the Edo period (1603-1868 CE). There are 12 styles of doll across the region, each hailing from a different hot spring (onsen) town or area, and differentiated by head and body shape, facial features, colour and decoration, of which these are of the "Naruko" and "Togatta" types.

The dolls are believed to have originally been made for children but also came to be produced as souvenirs and mementoes for special occasions/achievements such as graduations. Each area in the Tōhoku region had its own local name to describe the wooden dolls they made. However, this had the potential to confuse collectors, so, in the 1940s, makers agreed to use one standard name: ‘kokeshi’.

Dimensions:

Tall Doll -

Height - 52cm
Diameter - 15cm

Right Doll -

Height - 47cm
Diameter - 13cm

Left doll -

Height - 40cm
Diameter - 13cm

Small Doll -

Height - 24cm
Diameter - 7cm

Condition Report:

Excellent vintage condition, their wood construction is solid and their paint very well preserved as well as their signatures on the base, there is some age related wear, please refer to the photos.

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Design Period	1950 to 1959
Year	1950
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Japan
Style	Asian, Asian Antique, Japanese, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use, Excellent vintage condition, their wood construction is solid and their paint very well preserved as well as their signatures on the base, there is some age related wear, please refer to the photos.
Product Code	JYQ-1982020
Materials	Beech, Paint
Color	Brown, red
Height	52 cm 52 cm
Diameter	15 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	United Kingdom
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Delivery Details

Delivery will be completed by a parcel service such as UPS, DHL, or FedEx.
You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine the packaging upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damaged packaging, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note, take pictures, and—if the item inside shows damages—contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations regarding damaged packaging represents your acceptance of the completed order in perfect condition.