This handcrafted Kokeshi by artist Noboru Wagatsuma impresses with its luminous warm colouring and exceptionally fine painting that reinterprets traditional Japanese motifs in contemporary elegance. The distinctive topknot hairstyle gives the figure a characterful, expressive presence and elevates it beyond the classic Kokeshi tradition.
The intense orange colour palette radiates joie de vivre and warmth, while the precisely executed floral patterns testify to Wagatsuma's masterful craftsmanship. Every brushstroke is placed with impressive accuracy—the attention to detail is evident in the delicate blossoms and ornamental elements that adorn the smooth surface of the Mizuki wood.
The clean, modern design combined with traditional painting technique creates a fascinating balance between past and present. The affectionate facial features and harmonious proportions emphasise the special character of this doll, which has been entirely turned and painted by hand. Natural variations in colour application make each piece an unmistakable one-of-a-kind creation.
Height: approx. 9 cm with topknot hairstyle (total approx. 13 cm)
Wood: Mizuki (dogwood)
Materials: dyes, pigments, sumi ink
Origin: Japan
Handmade, one of a kind
An expressive collector's piece for connoisseurs of Japanese craftsmanship who appreciate the successful synthesis of traditional painting technique and modern design language.
Please note
This product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children.
