Kokeshi doll – Sosaku “Hanagokoro” by Miyajima Muhitsu – small (15cm)

Pretty Kokeshi doll created in the Creative (Sosaku) style. This example is entitled “Hanagokoro – Flower Heart” and was designed by the award-winning Kokeshi artist Miyajima Muhitsu.

This piece is turned, scribed and painted by hand, there is an artists signature on the base and this item comes with the original box.

Kokeshi are simple wooden toys that have been crafted for more than 150 years as children’s dolls, mementos and good luck charms. These simple but very decorative gems originate from Tohoku-chiho region of North-East Japan. Due to the many different sizes, shapes and designs available, they look great as a collection.

Period: modern
Dimensions: H: 15.5cm | W: base 2.5cm | W: body 4cm
Condition: Good – no cracks, only minor scuffs. Natural age related wear.
Weight: 0.116kg