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What is the meaning of kokeshi dolls?

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What is the meaning of kokeshi dolls?
The meaning of the term "kokeshi dolls” refers to Japanese dolls carved out of wood. Typically, the dolls depict men or women. You can easily identify them by their round heads and cylindrical armless bodies. On 1stDibs, find a range of kokeshi dolls.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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"Kokeshi" Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

"Kokeshi" Doll
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Naruko Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Dolls
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Traditional Japanese Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set of
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Set of 3 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set of
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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