Antique Kokeshi Doll 12 1/4"

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Antique Kokeshi Doll 12 1/4" signed by Takeo Takahashi Takeo Takahashi (高橋武男, 1916–2005) was a highly regarded master kokeshi artisan … Read more Antique Kokeshi Doll 12 1/4" signed by Takeo Takahashi Takeo Takahashi (高橋武男, 1916–2005) was a highly regarded master kokeshi artisan specializing in the traditional Naruko style from Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. His dolls are sought after by collectors for their authentic craftsmanship and historical significance. for sure is that kokeshi were actual folk toys for the children of the Tohoku region, which was also well known for itinerant woodcrafters, and the spare time in the long, cold winter months to pursue such craft works as weaving, dying, embroidery,tourists. There are cheap Kokeshi sold as souvenirs all over Japan, however Dentou Kokeshi hail only from the Tohoku region of NE Japan and are still representative first and foremost of their regions and traditions. See less