Large Geisha Doll 61cm - Circa 1950-60

Large Geisha doll - Japan circa 1950-60 - fabric, metal frame - black lacquered wooden base. The term doll in Japan is "ningyō", "human form". Japan has a special relationship with dolls: Until the beginning of the Meiji era, dolls participated in ritual and religious ceremonies, imbuing themselves with the sins of the people who touched them. Since the end of the 17th century, the "Girls' Day (hina matsuri)" festival, also known as the "peach festival", is celebrated on March 3, the peach blossom being representative of the feminine qualities of grace and kindness. Little Japanese girls display refined dolls placed on small five-tiered platforms covered with a red felt carpet. In this case, given its size, it must have been a store decoration perhaps. base 33 x 24 x 2.5 cm Total 61 cm - Subject alone 58-33-17 cm Condition: messy hair at the comb - the red headband in the hair is detached on the right. Shipping to France: 38.00 euros (surcharge for parcel volume) Please note, other European countries for 81.00 euros!!! USA, and outside Europe, ask for a quote. Thank you