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Kokeshi Mushin or Innocence, by Masao Watanabe, Japan, 1969
$383.31
£286.63
€320
CA$528.10
A$575.97
CHF 305.11
MX$6,905.06
NOK 3,885.74
SEK 3,553.22
DKK 2,438.53
About the Item
Kokeshi "Mushin" or Innocence, tall size, made in 1969 by Masao Watanabe, one of the most famous Kokeshi masters, Mushin model being one of his most iconic designs.
Adorable with its rounded shape, its texture and this sweet face.
To be paired with its smaller size twin for the cutest pair of Kokeshi of the Internet.
The kokeshi in few words ?
Handmade in Japan, these dolls come from the Tohoku region, which has lots of natural hot springs and where they were sold as souvenirs to the tourists.
They come in a variety of shapes, colors, sizes and decorations, from the most traditional one to the most creative one, and the craftsmen who make them are awarded (among which the coveted Prime Minister Award) for the most beautiful kokeshi of the year.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
- Style:Japonisme (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lyon, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7258244494392
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