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Vintage Japanese kokeshi Naruko signed Shōzō, Japan, 1950/70
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Lessy, FranceOn Whoppah since September 2023 • 32 sales
Product description
Authentic vintage Japanese Naruko style kokeshi doll, handmade and signed by master craftsman Satō Shōzō (佐藤 昭三), famous for his exquisite works. Delicately hand-painted, this wooden doll embodies the understated and poetic charm of traditional Japanese design.
Origin: Japan, Naruko region
Artist: Satō Shōzō (佐藤昭三)
Style: Naruko-kei (traditional kokeshi)
Period: circa 1950–1970
Material: Hand-turned solid wood, traditional painting
Dimensions:
Height: 22 cm
Largest diameter: 6 cm
Vintage item, retains traces of time, see photos
Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls, born in the early 19th century in the Tōhoku region (northern Japan). They were originally made by woodworkers (kijiya) as toys for children in spa villages, but also as souvenirs given to visitors seeking relaxation in onsen (hot springs).
Over time, their use has evolved: from simple toys, they have become decorative and symbolic objects, representing protection, friendship, motherhood or even memory.
Each kokeshi is unique, hand-painted, and characterized by its cylindrical body without arms or legs and its expressive round head. Today, they are sought after by collectors and lovers of Japanese folk art.
Vintage item, retains traces of time, see photos
Vintage item, retains traces of time, see photos
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsGreen, Beige, Brown, Red, BlackMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height22 cmWidth6 cmDepth6 cm
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About this seller
Lessy, FranceOn Whoppah since September 2023 • 32 sales