Description: A set of two modern vintage Japanese KOKESHI DOLLS, originally designed by famed kokeshi craftsmen/artists Usaburo Okamoto (1917-2009) and his son Yuji Okamoto, made by and at their studio Usaburo Kokeshi. Usaburo Kokeshi is a leading brand/workshop in the category of "creative kokeshi dolls". The term "creative kokeshi" refers to kokeshi made based on the creativity and innovative ideas of artists, without being bound by the shape and style of traditional Japanese kokeshi dolls. While traditional kokeshi dolls, which have been made throughout Japan for centuries, generally reflect traditional techniques and culture along with the wood of a particular region, creative kokeshi may go beyond these frameworks and incorporate a variety of materials, styles, and themes. The Usaburo kokeshi, known for its weighty okappa head (Japanese-style bobbed hair), has the following characteristics in addition to its hair style compared to traditional Japanese kokeshi types: - Finely Detailed Carvings: Usaburo Kokeshi dolls are delicately carved down to the smallest detail. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, the carved patterns and expressions are more detailed and elaborate. - Color and Decoration: Usaburo kokeshi dolls are characterized by their bright colors and rich decoration. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, Usaburo kokeshi are more varied and showy in color and decoration. - Kimono Designs: Many of the kimono designs on Usaburo Kokeshi dolls depict traditional Japanese culture and customs. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, a greater variety of kimono patterns and designs can be seen. - Accessories: The accessories of the Usaburo Kokeshi are unique and have different characteristics from those of other Kokeshi dolls. For example, gorgeous hair ornaments and obi clips are distinctive. *IMPORTANT*This item(s) will be shipped from Japan and may be subject to import taxes, fees, and customs duties, levied by the customs office of your country, and such fees vary according to the customs regulations there. Components that may play a role in import fee calculations are: - Product category and price - Shipping costs and package weight - Customs clearance channel - Import taxes based on custom duty amounts
Price: 99.99 USD
Location: Tokyo
End Time: 2025-02-08T14:09:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Head Diameter (tall): 9.2 cm (3.62 in.)
Height (tall): 21.3 cm (8.39 in.)
Artist/Craftsman: Usaburo Okamoto & Yuji Okamoto (a.k.a. Usaburo II)
Head Diameter (short): 7.9 cm (3.11 in.)
Height (short): 13.2 cm (5.19 in.)
Weight (tall): 572g (1.26 lbs.)
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Handmade: Yes
Weight (short): 195g (0.43 lbs.)
Age: Post-1980
