"Kokeshi" Doll

Sculpture by the artist Karl Nissan, circa 1986. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.

Traditional religious plaster figure of a virgin in a wooden altar. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1940. In original condition, with minor wear consisten...

Rustic wooden spools of thread, by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pre...

Mid-20th century hand painted baby Jesus figure made of ceramic in the cradle. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent ...

AMBIANIC presents 1960s Japanese Wood Doll Narugo Kokeshi signed 17.5 h x 5.25 diameter Original vintage condition Refer to images listed.

Kokeshi (こけし こけし, kokeshi), are Japanese dolls, originally from northern Japan. They are handmade from wood, have a simple trunk and an enlarged head with a few thin, painted lines t...

An extremely rare wood Japanese Okimono of a Dutchman playing with a bat Edo period, 18th-19th century or earlier The Dutchman is standing and h...

A Japanese carved wood Amitabha (Amida) Buddha statue with residual gold leafed surface circa 19th century (late Edo period). The buddha is seated in the padmasana position on an elevated double lotus throne, under a small lotus halo canopy. His right hand is held in abhaya mudra which means fearlessness in Sanskrit. The mudra symbolizes protection, peace, and fearless. His left hand gently resting on his thigh. Dressed in a flowing robe with open chest, the statue showcases a classic iconography found prominently in Japanese Buddhism art during Edo to Meiji period, characterized by the double lotus throne and a particularly serene meditative facial expression, highlighted by inset gemstones...