Description: Thank you for looking. Please visit my other listings of contemporary and antique Japanese art. Beautiful, festive kokeshi figurine from Japan. The date at the bottom - which uses the Japanese Imperial calendar - indicates that the figurine was made in year 57 of Showa (or 1981). This vintage figurine is well preserved - there are only minor signs of prior use, although one can detect natural ageing in the finish and fading on the natural pigments used for the paint. The Hijiori SchoolThe Hijiori-style kokeshi originated in Yamagata prefecture, at Hijiori Onsen, and at Sendai city, and is inspired by the two older kokeshi-making traditions, Naruko and Togatta.Hijiori were first developed by Shusuke Sato, who moved from Togatta to the Hijiori ansen. His dolls had very distinctive facial features and head decorations. The main characteristics of Hijiori dolls are a straight body, beveled shoulders, and, often, a squeeze-in head joint, similar to Naruko dolls. The large heads remind of the Togatta tradition. The double eyelids are typical.Hijiori dolls are found in two styles: one with the body painted with chrysanthemums and divided by a narrow obi, and one with the body decorated with a 'spray' formation of flowers. The yellow color is frequently used to paint the ground of the body. In some instances, maple leaves can also be incorporated.Because fewer of these dolls have been created, than the other styles, Hijiori kokeshi are highly popular among kokeshi collectors and often command high prices. For shipping outside of US, please inquire. #105
Price: 16.75 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2024-12-20T15:27:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9.95 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Featured Refinements: Kokeshi Doll
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Japanese
