Cute Vintage Kokeshi by Ishida Waichi, Japan.

Small, cute kokeshi made by Ishida Waichi. This vintage kokeshi comes with the original packaging.

Dimensions: height 12 cm, diameter 5 cm. The kokeshi has a hanko on the bottom and a signature on the back.

Kokeshi dolls are traditional Japanese wooden dolls, hand-carved and painted with vibrant colors and simple patterns. They date back to the Edo period (1603-1868) and are beloved for their charming simplicity and rustic beauty. Each kokeshi is unique, often with a distinctive hairstyle and facial expression. They are often seen as bringers of good luck and are popular as decorative and collectible items.