Monochrome Sumi Eda-Ume Kokeshi | 15 cm

A beautiful SUMI EDA UME KOKESHI (Japanese: 墨枝梅こけし), artfully decorated using traditional black-and-white sumi-e painting techniques to depict elegant motifs of ume (plum blossoms). The delicate brushwork captures the natural grace of plum blossom twigs, symbolising resilience and the arrival of spring in Japanese culture. The name itself is composed as follows: SUMI (墨) means “ink” or “black pigment,” referring to the distinctive monochrome palette, while EDA UME (枝梅) translates to “plum blossom twigs” highlighting the central theme of this exquisite handcrafted doll. This Kokeshi exemplifies the harmonious blend of minimalist aesthetics and symbolic meaning, making it a treasured piece of traditional Japanese folk art.

• Height: approx. 15.0 cm
• Diameter: approx. 4.5 cm
• Wood: Mizuki
• Drawing Material: Dye, ink