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Lot of 7 Kokeshi Dolls Tomio Sato Hand-painted Wood Japan

$576.77
£434.99
€495
CA$797.43
A$893.26
CHF 469.17
MX$10,861.77
NOK 5,941.26
SEK 5,639.86
DKK 3,768.26

About the Item

A beautiful and rare set of 7 kokeshi dolls, made by kokeshi master Tomio Sato, the son of master craftsman Bunkei Sato of the Tohkamata school. These dolls are typical Toggata style kokeshi dolls from the Sendai region. Showa Period (1926-1989) Specific areas have different types of kokeshi, they can be roughly divided into 11 different types, each with a distinctive shape or style. These dolls are very popular with collectors, they are also said to bring good luck, which makes them extra popular! Very nice objects to decorate a children's room or living room. What exactly are kokeshi dolls? Kokeshi originate from Japan and are simple wooden dolls without arms or legs that have been made as children's toys for over 150 years. Hand-turned from wood, they have a simple body and head with a few thin, painted lines to define the face. The body often has floral and ring designs. This beautiful collection is in good vintage condition, some have faded body drawings, some others have stains and superficial scratches, but they still look fantastic, check the photos for more details! Dimensions: The largest doll is 30 cm tall, the others vary between 28 and 12 cm. Weight: 1,436kg combined. Please contact us regarding shipping costs if your country is not listed among the shipping options, shipping possible worldwide!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Poperinge, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10184243152542

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