---- ------- ABOUT KOKESHIS Kokeshi appeared in the 1820s-40s (end of the Edo era).
Originally, they were made from scraps of wood by artisans and farmers and sold to people in the city.
The oldest [...]
Kokeshi "Mushin" (Innocence) - named "little chestnut". The shape of this piece is the most recognizable of all the artist's dolls. The emphasis is on the natural wood color and texture. The depiction[...]
Turned wood - an unidentified stamp - circa 1960 - some traces of handling. ------ ABOUT KOKESHIS Kokeshi appeared in the 1820s-40s (end of the Edo era). Originally, they were made from scraps of wood[...]
Origin: Kato-san was a priest at a temple dedicated to Kannon-ji on Mount Koya. This mountain, southeast of Osaka, gave its name to a complex of 117 Buddhist temples. Kato Kuen was a member of the imp[...]
Japanese toy made by the Nomura company in 1930. One boom is missing. When you turn the wheels manually the propellers turn and the machine gun rises slightly. As is .
Japan, circa 1920. Japanese Ningyo doll representing a high-ranking samurai on horseback. He is holding a saber. Rice straw, wood, paper, metal wire, and silk. Small restorations, some missing parts a[...]
A young girl dressed in a plum blossom patterned kimono; shy and reserved, the expression of the soft and dreamy face underlined by the very long eyelashes, lowered eyes. Turned, painted, varnished wo[...]
Unsigned - traces of handling. Born in the town of Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture in 1918 Tsujita was drafted into the army during World War II and was held captive in a Siberian labor camp in the Sovi[...]
Miniature kokeshi doll - kokeshima - 50s-60s. Skipping rope - miniature kokeshi dolls, called kokeshima or "ichibu" (super miniature). This is the craft of "omyage" (souvenirs) which exploded between [...]
Lovers under a lantern - miniature kokeshi doll, called kokeshima or "ichibu" (super miniature). This is the craft of "omyage" (souvenirs) which exploded between 1945 and the end of the 1960s. Quickly[...]
A temple celebrant - miniature kokeshi doll, called kokeshima or "ichibu" (super miniature). This is the craft of "omyage" (souvenirs) which exploded between 1945 and the end of the 1960s. Quickly mad[...]
Lovers with an umbrella - kokeshi miniature doll, called kokeshima or "ichibu" (super miniature). This is the craft of "omyage" (souvenirs) which exploded between 1945 and the end of the 1960s. Quickl[...]
This is the large “snow coat” model. circa 1950-60
This doll represents a young girl wearing a Minomushi (snow coat), the artist's favorite theme. The Mino was a woven straw garment worn by mountain [...]
This is a model named by the artist "tempyo" after the reign of Emperor Shōmu-tennōà in the 8th century. This period is important for Japan, because it sees the emergence of an autonomous Japanese cul[...]
Condition: some minor shocks and minor scratches. Signature of Master Watanabe. This unusual model was created by master Watanabe Masao, for the Beatles' visit to Tokyo in 1965. Made by master Watanab[...]
Set of two kokeshis in lacquered wood and carved inscriptions. They still have the original label. Both are signed on their base and the larger one has the particularity of also being lacquered on its[...]
Kokeshi or Japanese doll from the Showa period. It is sculpted and painted. His particularity is in the length of his painted hair which surrounds his face. Numbers on its base. Plus shipping costs.
Kokeshi or Japanese doll. Showa period. Its particularity is in the marbled effect on its body, which is a specialization of a kokeshi maker artist. It is signed on its base. Plus shipping costs.
Japan, 1930s, very pretty and unusual traditional "Ningyo" doll depicting a young water-carrying girl dressed in a kimono and wearing a traditional headdress. The head and hands are porcelain. The dol[...]
Lovely red lacquer display case containing an Asian doll, dressed in traditional costume with old fabrics, representing a water carrier. Very decorative, the whole is in perfect condition
Japanese doll.
Body in wood and fabric.
Painted porcelain head.
A very small lack of paint at the level of the right eye.
Good general condition.
Height: 26 cm
Sending by colissimo with signat[...]
ARTICULATED TOY
Kobe, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) circa 1900
Wood and bone
H. 10 ; L 6 cm
A carved and articulated wooden toy depicting a waiter or a man eating. He is dressed in a kimono a[...]
Period - first part of the 20th century
Condition - Good condition
Measurement - Height 29 cm & 25.5 cm
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Miniature tea service comprising a tray, two cups and saucers, a teapot, a milk jug and a sugar jug, all decorated with flowers and foliage. A depression at the teapot.
Old Japanese doll on its lacquered wooden base. This is a kimekomi ningyo. A traditional doll from Japan made of carved wood, the body is covered with traditional fabrics and the skin is painted with [...]
Chinese Cloisonne Miniature Teapot Very beautiful miniature work late 19th century early 20th century Blue background, floral motifs Free and insured shipping in metropolitan France
"Japanese doll. Early twentieth." Old Japanese doll. Circa 1930. Body, limbs and head in composition. Face covered with gofun (shell powder). Fixed glass eyes placed in intaglio and closed mouth. Orig[...]
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