Rare Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi "Yukake" by Hideo Ishihara, 1960s

This expressive kokeshi doll by master artist Hideo Ishihara (1925–1999) belongs to the creative sosaku movement and was crafted in the 1960s.

Dimensions: height 17 cm, diameter 4.5 cm.

Her classic silhouette combines a serene, minimalist facial expression with glossy black hair styled in a traditional bun.

The cylindrical body is hand-painted in deep red lacquer, overlaid with bold black brushstrokes. This abstract motif represents a bamboo forest illuminated by the fiery glow of a setting sun — a poetic scene captured in the title "Yukake | Red Sunset", evoking the fading light filtering through bamboo.

A red stamped signature on the bottom confirms the artist’s authenticity. This vintage piece shows light signs of age that only enhance its charm and character.

A rare sosaku kokeshi with strong symbolism and a striking modern aesthetic — a remarkable piece for collectors of Japanese art and design.