Japanese Takeda Samurai doll from Kabuki Theater

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1800: item #606950

Japanese Takeda Samurai doll from late Edo to early Meiji, 1800s. Takeda dolls were made to model Kabuki actors and puppet dolls from the late Edo period (1603-1868). The doll is possibly Benkei, a faithful retainer to Yoshitsune (Minamoto).

Many stories were written based on Benkei and Yoshitsune (Minamoto, Genji family). They first met on the bridge of Gojyo in Kyoto when Benkei challenged Yoshitsune. He ha... Click for details

Excellent Quality Empress Jingu Boy's Day Doll c.1870

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #601961
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An antique Japanese female samurai doll, portraying a woman who donned her dead samurai husband's armor and led a victorious campaign in his name. A model of courage for Japanese boys. Condition excellent. c.1870. (12" x 12") (30cm x 30cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $80.

Kimekomo Ningyo – Edo/Meiji

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #600405
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An old Japanese kimekomi doll of a small boy with outstretched right arm. The doll is an original kamo ningyo in that it is made of willow wood with the face and hands left unfinished. The hand on this doll has become slightly detached and is hanging from the sleeve at the rest - easily corrected. The doll measures 2 5/8" high by 3" wide by 1 7/8" deep - we date it to the mid to late Edo to early Meiji period,circa 1850-1890s. Very good condition with the exception of the loose hand, a chip to ... Click for details

Unique Japanese Folk Hina Dolls, Imperial Guardsmen

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #598465

Japanese antique folk hina dolls, zuishin, the imperial guardsmen and escorts from the Heian period (794-1185). They are often called Daijin minister dolls. The dolls used to belong to the Hina festival (Matsuri) for Girl’s Day. The size of the dolls are 10" tall to the tips of the arrows.

Unique Japanese Folk Hina Dolls, Servant Dolls

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #598460

Antique Japanese folk hina dolls, three servants (Shitei,Shicho) from the Heian Imperial Court (794-1185). The dolls are part of the Hina Matsuri festival for girls in Japan. The standing doll is 8 3/4" tall, and the other two dolls are 7 1/4" to 7 1/2" tall.

Unique Japanese Folk Hina Dolls, Ladies-in-Waiting

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1920: item #598455

Antique Japanese folk hina dolls, ladies in waiting from the Heian Imperial Court (794-1185). The dolls are part of the Hina Matsuri Festival for girls in Japan. The approx. height of the tall dolls are 8 1/4" tall, the seated doll is 4 1/2". Made in Osaka, Japan (by NAKAGAWA Kiyojiro)

Antique Japanese Gosho Doll c.1900

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #596317
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Japanese 'gosho ningyo' dolls were named after Kyoto's Imperial Palace (the Gosho) where the emperor and empress resided. In Edo Period (17th and 18th century) when visitors came to the capital gosho ningyo were presented as gifts to feudal lords by members of the court nobility. The lustrous white surface was created by polishing the gofun (crushed oyster shell and rice paste) with which the clay was coated. This little boy wears the hat of a sambaso dancer. Sambaso, a dance of ancient origin, ... Click for details

Japanese Takeda Theater Doll, 47 Samurai, Matchlock gun

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #589347

Japanese antique Takeda doll from Chushingura, The 47 Ronin (masterless samurai). Takeda dolls were modeled after puppet and Kabuki Theater plays from the Edo Period (1603-1868). They are known for their exaggerated poses and facial expressions. This Takeda doll is unique and there are some with great quality. The sword on the doll indicates that he is a Samurai; it is a strange combination to a farmer's straw raincoat and hat. He has an old matchlock gun (hinawajyu) in his hand - only doll with... Click for details

Unique Japanese Dolls Large Warrior Dolls Jingo Edo

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #576332

Unique antique Japanese doll set of warrior dolls (musha ningyo) for the Japanese Boy's Day. 17 3/4 inches tall empress Jingo with her faithful minister, Takenouchi no Sukune, 12 inches tall holding prince Ojin (Oh-jin), the future 15th Japanese emperor who later became known as "The God of War".

Boy's Day in Japan was traditionally held among Samurai and aristocrat families in the Edo period. Samurai's armor... Click for details

Large Antique Japanese Doll, Samurai Retainer Doll

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls Pre 1900: item #574072

Antique Japanese samurai doll, a flag-bearer sitting on a chair, 15 inches tall to the top of his head. This is a popular retainer doll paired with a general doll for the Japanese Boy’s Day. All the retainer dolls are usually not handsome; some look quite funny contrary to the handsome general dolls. You can even see a size difference for some in the set; there will be a big handsome general doll and a small retainer doll with a funny face to enhance the difference. The armor and clothes on th... Click for details