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Ningyo Dolls

Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890
Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890

Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890

$1,087Sale Price|25% Off

H 15.75 in Dm 7.88 in

Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890

Located in Hamburg, DE

Ichimatsu Ningyo doll is a Japanese shell limestone doll from the Meiji period. The doll body as

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Toys and Dolls

Materials

Limestone

Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century
Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century

Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.77 in W 9.06 in D 7.09 in

Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Includign original cabinet Great Ningyo doll. With label Additional information: Material

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Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls
Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls

Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls

$6,500 / set

H 14.5 in W 17 in D 10 in

Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls

Located in Austin, TX

Two exquisite Japanese musha ningyo dolls, crafted as courtiers, Edo Period, early 19th century

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Brocade, Silk, Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Antique Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl
Antique Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl

Antique Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl

$2,400

H 10.5 in W 3 in D 2 in

Antique Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Mitsuore ningyo of a girl, a jointed costume doll crafted of wood and covered in multiple

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Wood

Group of 4 Musicians, Japan Antique, Meiji Period around 1880
Group of 4 Musicians, Japan Antique, Meiji Period around 1880

Group of 4 Musicians, Japan Antique, Meiji Period around 1880

$5,326Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in

Group of 4 Musicians, Japan Antique, Meiji Period around 1880

Located in Munich, Bavaria

is celebrated in the family circle. "Hina Ningyo dolls" were passed down from generation to

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Antique 1880s Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Textile, Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190
Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190

Located in New York, NY

Japan’s imperial line. Gosho Ningyô, or “palace dolls,” were originally bestowed by the Imperial Court as

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s
Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s

Japanese Traditional Doll Gosho Ningyo with Metal 2000s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a doll called Gosho Ningyo in Japan. It was made in Japan around 2000s. It is made with

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Early 2000s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Japanese Daruma Doll HIMEDARUMA Yuhime-ningyo Ehime 1990s
Japanese Daruma Doll HIMEDARUMA Yuhime-ningyo Ehime 1990s

Japanese Daruma Doll HIMEDARUMA Yuhime-ningyo Ehime 1990s

$193Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.73 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in

Japanese Daruma Doll HIMEDARUMA Yuhime-ningyo Ehime 1990s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a doll which is called Yuhime-Ningyo. These dolls are made in Matsuyama, Ehime prefecture

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1990s Japanese Showa Toys

Materials

Porcelain, Silk, Plastic

Japanese  Edo Period Dragon God Ningyô, Ca. 1820
Japanese  Edo Period Dragon God Ningyô, Ca. 1820

Japanese Edo Period Dragon God Ningyô, Ca. 1820

Located in New York, NY

over all Minor wear in textiles. Fine antique condition ABOUT Musha-Ningyô (warrior doll) depicting

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Antique 1820s Japanese Japonisme Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Seating Samurai, Ca. 1800
Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Seating Samurai, Ca. 1800

Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Seating Samurai, Ca. 1800

Located in New York, NY

inches Depth: 10 inches ABOUT Musha Ningyō (武者人形)- Literal meaning: "Warrior Dolls". Musha Ningyō are

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Japonisme Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Complete Set of Fifteen Japanese Hinaningyo Dolls In  Excellent Condition
Complete Set of Fifteen Japanese Hinaningyo Dolls In  Excellent Condition

Complete Set of Fifteen Japanese Hinaningyo Dolls In Excellent Condition

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 7.88 in

Complete Set of Fifteen Japanese Hinaningyo Dolls In Excellent Condition

Located in Prahran, Victoria

A complete set of fifteen vintage Japanese hina ningyo. These ornamental dolls are displayed for

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20th Century Japanese Toys

Materials

Wood, Feathers, Textile

19th century Edo period's Hanging scroll Samurai players and child dancer
19th century Edo period's Hanging scroll Samurai players and child dancer

19th century Edo period's Hanging scroll Samurai players and child dancer

Located in Chiba, JP

samurai’s attendant of ‘Goban-ningyo’ (lit. ‘Go-game-board doll’ / Traditional Japanese banquet performance

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

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Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo Doll Set of Two Kabuki Actors on the Stage
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo Doll Set of Two Kabuki Actors on the Stage

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo Doll Set of Two Kabuki Actors on the Stage

Located in New York, NY

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo doll set of two kabuki actors on the stage. Each figure with a wide

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fabric

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Doll
Musha Ningyo Samaurai Doll

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Doll

Unavailable

H 17 in W 13 in D 10 in

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Doll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

This doll is "Kato Kiyomasa" (1562-1611) A very popular Samurai used for Boy's day doll, because

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Dolls for the Boy's Day
Musha Ningyo Samaurai Dolls for the Boy's Day

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Dolls for the Boy's Day

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 12 in D 10 in

Musha Ningyo Samaurai Dolls for the Boy's Day

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Two Dolls. This Busho (head of Samurai) doll is the legendary warrior Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Japanese Pair of Seated Minister Dolls, Hina Ningyo, House of Takeda, Edo
Japanese Pair of Seated Minister Dolls, Hina Ningyo, House of Takeda, Edo

Japanese Pair of Seated Minister Dolls, Hina Ningyo, House of Takeda, Edo

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Takeda Hina Ningyo, of a pair of seated ministers for the Girl’s day display, each

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Antique 1820s Japanese Edo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Shell, Textile, Wood

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll
Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll

Unavailable

H 12 in W 10 in D 8 in

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo Palace Doll

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Gosho Ningyo, a palace figure of a young noble boy seated with his feet extended forward

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Wood

Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl, a Jointed Costume Doll, Meiji Period
Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl, a Jointed Costume Doll, Meiji Period

Japanese Mitsuore Ningyo of a Girl, a Jointed Costume Doll, Meiji Period

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Mitsuore ningyo of a girl, a jointed costume doll crafted of wood and covered in multiple

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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Sensational Japanese Wood & Lacquer Octopus Group - Iki Ningyo
Sensational Japanese Wood & Lacquer Octopus Group - Iki Ningyo

Sensational Japanese Wood & Lacquer Octopus Group - Iki Ningyo

Located in Christchurch, GB

Ningyo ( living doll) the artist has captured the battle in staggering lifelike detail, every muscle on

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Gosho Doll
Gosho Doll

Gosho Doll

Unavailable

H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.5 in

Gosho Doll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Gosho (from the Imperial Palace) Ningyo, is a gift doll from the imperial family. They are always

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Early 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Emperor and Empress Pair of Dolls for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri 1950s
Japanese Emperor and Empress Pair of Dolls for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri 1950s

Japanese Emperor and Empress Pair of Dolls for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri 1950s

Located in Paris, FR

Japan. Most families with girls display dolls for the Doll’s Festival called Hina-ningyo. The dolls

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Japanese Edo Shinto Guardian Ningyo Dolls
Japanese Edo Shinto Guardian Ningyo Dolls

Japanese Edo Shinto Guardian Ningyo Dolls

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Edo period pair of shinto guardian Ningyo dolls from a Japanese Girls Day Festival, with

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Antique 1850s Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Brocade, Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Edo Isho Ningyo Dolls of Daimyo Class Children
Japanese Edo Isho Ningyo Dolls of Daimyo Class Children

Japanese Edo Isho Ningyo Dolls of Daimyo Class Children

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Edo period rare pair of large Isho Ningyo dolls depicting children of the Daimyo class

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Japan Pair of Ningyo Dolls in Original Box, Taisho Period Signed & Boxed
Japan Pair of Ningyo Dolls in Original Box, Taisho Period Signed & Boxed

Japan Pair of Ningyo Dolls in Original Box, Taisho Period Signed & Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

very unusual pair of antique ningyo doll sculptures from Japan. This is a wonderful pair of hand

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Textile, Wood

Japanese Museum Kimono & Ningyo Dolls 100 Color Plates National Treasures
Japanese Museum Kimono & Ningyo Dolls 100 Color Plates National Treasures

Japanese Museum Kimono & Ningyo Dolls 100 Color Plates National Treasures

Located in South Burlington, VT

compendium consisting of 100 full and fine color individual plates of textiles-kimono and Ningyo dolls

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Japanese Meiji Musha Ningyo Dolls of Empress Jingū and Minister Takenouchi
Japanese Meiji Musha Ningyo Dolls of Empress Jingū and Minister Takenouchi

Japanese Meiji Musha Ningyo Dolls of Empress Jingū and Minister Takenouchi

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Meiji period large rare pair of Musha Ningyo dolls representing Empress Jingu (Jingu Kogo

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Doll of Samurai and Attendant
Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Doll of Samurai and Attendant

Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Doll of Samurai and Attendant

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Edo period Musha Ningyo (boys' day doll) of a samurai and attendant. Pairs of ningyo of

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Lacquer

A Japanese Erotic or Shunga Ningyo Light Box from the Meiji Period
A Japanese Erotic or Shunga Ningyo Light Box from the Meiji Period

A Japanese Erotic or Shunga Ningyo Light Box from the Meiji Period

Located in Astoria, NY

A Meiji Period Japanese Erotic or Shunga wooden light box with male and female Ningyo (dolls) in

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Samurai Boys Day Doll 'Musha Ningyo' of Kato
Japanese Samurai Boys Day Doll 'Musha Ningyo' of Kato

Japanese Samurai Boys Day Doll 'Musha Ningyo' of Kato

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Samurai Boys Day Doll (Musha Ningyo) of Kato, wearing a rare spectacular court robe

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Antique 1880s Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Edo Gosho Ningyo Holding Cherry Blossoms
Japanese Edo Gosho Ningyo Holding Cherry Blossoms

Japanese Edo Gosho Ningyo Holding Cherry Blossoms

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Edo period seated gosho ningyo doll holding cherry blossoms in his hands. The figure is

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Antique 1820s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood

Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll
Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll

Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique traditional Japanese Hinamatsuri Ningyo doll for traditional Girls Day celebration, most

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Textile, Wood

Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll
Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll

Antique Japanese Taisho Period Hinamatsuri Doll

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique traditional Japanese Hinamatsuri Ningyo doll for traditional Girls Day celebration, most

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Textile, Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Iki Ningyo
Japanese Meiji Period Iki Ningyo

Japanese Meiji Period Iki Ningyo

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H 20.5 in Dm 5 in L 20.5 in

Japanese Meiji Period Iki Ningyo

Located in Astoria, NY

Rare Japanese Iki Ningyo (Living Doll) produced within the Meiji period (1868-1912), circa late

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

-real iki-ningyo (living doll) face is masterfully carved from camphorwood, unlike the usual papier

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

-real iki-ningyo (living doll) face is masterfully carved from camphorwood, unlike the usual papier

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

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H 6 in W 5 in D 3 in

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

. Please reference: Japanese Dolls: The Fascinating World of Ningyo by Alan Scott Pate, 2008, pp. 142-153.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tribal Art

Materials

Glass, Paint, Wood

Japanese Edo Musha Ningyô of Toyotomi Hideyoshi
Japanese Edo Musha Ningyô of Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Japanese Edo Musha Ningyô of Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese Edo Musha Ningyô (Boys Day Doll) depicting the legendary Toyotomi Hideyoshi, seated in

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Lacquer

Japanese Contemporary Green Red Porcelain Decorative Plate
Japanese Contemporary Green Red Porcelain Decorative Plate

Japanese Contemporary Green Red Porcelain Decorative Plate

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Dolls". In Japan, "Hina-Ningyo" or "Hina Dolls" are displayed for the Doll festival on March third, a

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Gold

Japanese Contemporary Gilded Gold Porcelain Decorative Plate
Japanese Contemporary Gilded Gold Porcelain Decorative Plate

Japanese Contemporary Gilded Gold Porcelain Decorative Plate

Located in Takarazuka, JP

the imperial couple are the main part of the "Hina-Ningyo" or "Hina Dolls" that will be displayed for

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Gold

Japanese Contemporary Green Gold Purple Decorative Porcelain Plate
Japanese Contemporary Green Gold Purple Decorative Porcelain Plate

Japanese Contemporary Green Gold Purple Decorative Porcelain Plate

Located in Takarazuka, JP

couple are the main part of the "Hina-Ningyo" or "Hina Dolls" that will be displayed for the Doll

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Gold

Edo period miniature Samurai sword
Edo period miniature Samurai sword

Edo period miniature Samurai sword

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H 13.78 in W 1.5 in D 0.79 in

Edo period miniature Samurai sword

Located in Fukuoka, JP

likely meant for Musha Ningyo, Samurai Dolls set. Such exquisite pieces are rare. Excellent condition

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Metal, Copper

Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll
Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll

Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll

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H 13 in W 7 in D 9 in

Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Asian 19th Century Ningyo doll. Great addition to your Asian inspired interiors and table

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Cotton

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920
Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920 DIMENSIONS: Height: 9.5

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo
Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo

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H 12.25 in W 6 in D 4 in

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo, depicting an actor on stage in the role of an emperor, standing

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo

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H 16 in W 12 in D 8 in

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, depicting a kabuki actor on the stage, dressed in kinran dragon & cloud

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Antique 1820s Japanese Edo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Soga no Goro Tokimune
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Soga no Goro Tokimune

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Soga no Goro Tokimune

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, depicting a kabuki actor on the stage possibly in the role of Soga no Goro

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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Textile, Wood

Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Actor Playing a Warrior at Sea
Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Actor Playing a Warrior at Sea

Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Actor Playing a Warrior at Sea

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese Takeda Ningyo depicting an actor from a Kabuki play in a role of a warrior at the sea with

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo 'Court Doll'
Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo 'Court Doll'

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo 'Court Doll'

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H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo 'Court Doll'

Located in Hudson, NY

Antique Japanese Gosho Ningyo, also known as "Court Dolls", these chubby, white-skinned, baby dolls

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Silk

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

eyes, animal hair An especially expressive example of iki-ningyo (living doll) from Japan. This was

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

eyes, animal hair A dramatically expressive example of Iki-Ningyo (living doll) from Japan. This

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo 'Living Doll' Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

-real iki-ningyo (living doll) face is masterfully carved from camphorwood, unlike the usual papier

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Kuroda Bushi Sumo Hakata Ningyo Unglazed Ceramic Doll Mid-century
Japanese Kuroda Bushi Sumo Hakata Ningyo Unglazed Ceramic Doll Mid-century

Japanese Kuroda Bushi Sumo Hakata Ningyo Unglazed Ceramic Doll Mid-century

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kuroda bushi (Hakata doll) Hakata dolls (called Hakata ningyo in Japanese) are unglazed clay

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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Iki Ningyo Mask
Japanese Iki Ningyo Mask

Japanese Iki Ningyo Mask

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H 8 in W 7 in D 4 in

Japanese Iki Ningyo Mask

Located in Austin, TX

has been rendered in animal fur. Iki ningyo (lit. living doll), defined by their expressive and

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Lacquer, Papier Mâché

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

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H 4.75 in W 4.5 in D 3 in

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

eyes, animal hair A small and dramatic example of iki-ningyo (living doll) from Japan. This was a

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tribal Art

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan
Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

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H 8.5 in W 7 in D 4.75 in

Iki Ningyo Face, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

example of iki-ningyo (living doll) from Japan. This was a cultural phenomenon in the evolution of doll

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tribal Art

Japanese Doll Ichimatsu Ningyou with Porcelain 1960 Showa
Japanese Doll Ichimatsu Ningyou with Porcelain 1960 Showa

Japanese Doll Ichimatsu Ningyou with Porcelain 1960 Showa

Located in Paris, FR

This is a Japanese doll called Ichimatsu doll 'Ichimatsu ningyo'. This doll was made around 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain, Cotton, Silk, Glass

Japanese Contemporary Green Red Gold Porcelain Decorative Box
Japanese Contemporary Green Red Gold Porcelain Decorative Box

Japanese Contemporary Green Red Gold Porcelain Decorative Box

Located in Takarazuka, JP

or "Dairibina". In Japan, the dolls of the imperial couple are the main part of the "Hina-Ningyo" or

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Gosho-Ningyo, Palace Dolls
Gosho-Ningyo, Palace Dolls

Gosho-Ningyo, Palace Dolls

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The name GOSHO NINGYO means "Palace Dolls" because these finely crafted dolls were created by Kyoto

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Silk

Japan, Meiji Iki Ningyo Mask
Japan, Meiji Iki Ningyo Mask

Japan, Meiji Iki Ningyo Mask

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H 11.03 in W 9.06 in D 8.67 in

Japan, Meiji Iki Ningyo Mask

Located in Paris, FR

bone teeth. Iki Ningyo, living dolls, were very popular in the Meiji era. They were used in festivals

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Masks

Materials

Lacquer, Wood, Glass, Bone

19th Century Japanese Meiji Kodomo Screen
19th Century Japanese Meiji Kodomo Screen

19th Century Japanese Meiji Kodomo Screen

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H 41.34 in W 112.21 in D 0.79 in

19th Century Japanese Meiji Kodomo Screen

Located in Paris, FR

, families with boys exhibit a gogatsu ningyo (May doll). This feast is also related to the koi carp

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Antique 1870s Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Japanese Decorative Ox Carriage Objects for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri, 1950s
Japanese Decorative Ox Carriage Objects for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri, 1950s

Japanese Decorative Ox Carriage Objects for Doll's Festival Hinamatsuri, 1950s

Located in Paris, FR

Japan. Most families with girls display dolls for the Doll’s Festival called Hina-ningyo. The dolls

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Japanese Dark Brown Lacquered Samurai Warrior Ornamental Helmet, 1850s
Japanese Dark Brown Lacquered Samurai Warrior Ornamental Helmet, 1850s

Japanese Dark Brown Lacquered Samurai Warrior Ornamental Helmet, 1850s

Located in Paris, FR

raising flags. They also displayed Japanese armour (Kabuto) or warrior dolls (Gogatsu ningyo) in the house

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

Materials

Metal

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By Industrial Design

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

A reclaimed 1970s Iron explosion proof pendant with copper shade and was originally used in passageways on cargo ships and super tankers. The cantilever is formed from 22mm copper...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate

$365 / item

H 11 in W 14.25 in D 16.25 in

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate

By Blake Tovin, Matt Richmond

Located in Nyack, NY

As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate is the perfect ...

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2010s American Modern Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Eclectic Art Deco Credenza by Vittorio Dassi Lissone
Mid-Century Modern Eclectic Art Deco Credenza by Vittorio Dassi Lissone

Mid-Century Modern Eclectic Art Deco Credenza by Vittorio Dassi Lissone

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in Vigonza, Padua

A overwhelming beauty eclectic sideboard Vittorio Dassi Lissone attributed. Styles: neoclassic - with renaissance engravings and art nouveau-mirrors- Art Decò era. -Main structure...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase
Infinity Modern Open Bookcase

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase

$5,535 / item

H 79 in W 72 in D 16 in

Infinity Modern Open Bookcase

Located in Westwood, NJ

Composed of a rhythmic stack of oval compartments, this bookcase creates visual impact through form and contrast. Shown in a rich Batavia Black exterior with a warm fruitwood interio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

By Victor Horta

Located in Lisse, NL

Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Bronze

French Style 1950s Plant Stand
French Style 1950s Plant Stand

French Style 1950s Plant Stand

$3,500

H 37.75 in W 17 in D 17 in

French Style 1950s Plant Stand

Located in Sharon, CT

A plant stand that holds four small plants in style. Light blue over white paint. The holes are 4" in diameter.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Wicker Fisch Celling Light, France 1960s
Mid Century Wicker Fisch Celling Light, France 1960s

Mid Century Wicker Fisch Celling Light, France 1960s

Located in Hannover, DE

This charming little French pendant light is a real gem! It'll add a touch of elegance to any room, no matter what style it is. I'm happy to tell you that the total length is 63 cm, ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

Brutalist Fiberglass Relief Wall Plaque, 1960s
Brutalist Fiberglass Relief Wall Plaque, 1960s

Brutalist Fiberglass Relief Wall Plaque, 1960s

$2,415

H 29.14 in W 15.36 in D 1.19 in

Brutalist Fiberglass Relief Wall Plaque, 1960s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Brutalist relief plaque made of fiberglass in the 1960s, featuring an abstract surface of geometric shapes and incised textures. The patinated finish in bronze-effect tones evokes th...

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Vintage 1960s European Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Fiberglass

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors
Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

$131,337 / set

H 59.45 in W 46.07 in D 4.73 in

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

Located in London, GB

Each with a rectangular plate within a stiff leaf, entwined vine and fleur de lis carved surround, the cresting centred by an armorial shield for the Thorold baronets surmounted by a...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Baroque Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Sideboard in Carved Oak, Spain, 1940s
Sideboard in Carved Oak, Spain, 1940s

Sideboard in Carved Oak, Spain, 1940s

$6,360

H 29.34 in W 58.67 in D 15.36 in

Sideboard in Carved Oak, Spain, 1940s

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Severe yet elegant, this Spanish buffet from the 1950s asserts a bold, architectural presence—its façade carved in a rhythmic grid of relief panels, each block subtly irregular, like...

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Vintage 1940s Spanish Spanish Colonial Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Chinese Red Lacquer Writing Set with Twin Dragons, c. 1900
Chinese Red Lacquer Writing Set with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Chinese Red Lacquer Writing Set with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

$1,480 / set

H 12 in W 33.25 in D 23.25 in

Chinese Red Lacquer Writing Set with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed for traveling poets or scholar-artists, a collapsible writing set allowed a Chinese calligrapher to paint in nature, whether a journey to a far-off vista or an afternoon spe...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Settee
French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Settee

French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Settee

Located in Louisville, KY

What interesting secrets this settee must possess. Imagine this piece in a bedroom of an historic French chateau in the countryside. Petite, yet bold in character from the design to ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s
Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s

Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s

On Hold|$11,837 / set

H 72.05 in W 89.77 in D 25.99 in

Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Lovely and lively exotic bedroom set comprised of one three-door wardrobe, a double bed and a large mirror. The set is lacquered in red and black with gilt and silvered decor repr...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bedroom Sets

Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s

Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s

$10,387

H 22.84 in W 80.71 in D 37.41 in

Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Argelato, BO

Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

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Ningyo Dolls For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of ningyo dolls for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct ningyo dolls — often made from fabric, wood and textile — can elevate any home. Ningyo dolls have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Ningyo dolls made by Mid-Century Modern designers — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Ningyo Dolls?

Prices for ningyo dolls start at $725 and top out at $55,000 with the average selling for $1,175.