Kokeshi doll – stunning rose wood maple leaf design by Sato Kouson – XL (44cm)

Extra large (44cm) hand-made Creative Kokeshi doll made with dark cherry wood and hand-painted design.

This example of Kokeshi was created by Sato Kouson who is one of the few female Creative artists. It has a more defined shape than most, wood grain indentations at the top/bottom of the main body and a lovely maple leaf shape painted on top of dark cherry wood.

This large vintage piece has been turned, scribed and painted by hand and has real character, along with some light wear that gives it a great patina. It has the makers signature on the base.

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: 1984
Dimensions: H: 44cm | W: base 8cm | W: head 12cm
Condition: Good – no cracks, only minor scuffs. Natural age related wear.
Weight: 1.67kg