Cute Vintage Japanese Kokeshi by Hosaka Torao, 1980s

Afmetingen: hoogte 17,5 cm, diameter 9 cm.

Beautifully finished in turned wood, she features deep black hair with two side buns and a small red bow on top, paired with a bright red kimono design decorated with white blossoms and crisp graphic accents in black, golden yellow, and green.

Made by Hosaka Torao (保坂虎男), the base is stamped with the maker’s mark. She is also preserved with her original cardboard box. Condition is very good, with a fresh look and a lovely, even sheen.

Translation of the text on the original box:
近代名作こけし = “Modern masterpiece kokeshi”
全日本こけしコンクール受賞作家 = “Award-winning maker (All-Japan Kokeshi Contest)”
保坂虎男作 = “Made by Hosaka Torao”