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Japanese Antique Large Gosho Ningyo Doll Edo Period
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Pre 1900 item# 384501 (stock# 100147)
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A rare large Japanese standing Gosho Ningyo Doll dating to the late Edo period (1800-1865). Dramatic pose and lively expression, this little fellow stands 11 1/2" tall x 8" wide. He is constructed of wood covered in many layers of white gofun (crushed oyster shell). His clothes are made of silk and paper brocade. His face is hand painted with a delicate expression. Gosho dolls of this size and age are rare and highly sought after by collectors. An excellent addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Superb Japanese Hai-Hai Gosho Ningyo Doll, Taisho Era
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Pre 1920 item# 352126 (stock# 100142)
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A superb boxed Gosho Hai-hai ningyo or doll from Kyoto and dating to the late Taisho period 1912-1926. The paulownia storage case is signed and stamped by the Kyoto craftsman where this doll was purchased. Delightful chubby infant with typical oversized features crawls over a hand-made silk cushion. The infant is adorned with a rich red chirimen silk costume. The hand painted details on the face and head are exquisite.The surface is smooth polished white gofun (crushed oyster shell). The doll has teeth which is rare and a feature found on only the highest quality dolls. Gofun dolls originated in Kyoto where they were given as gifts to dignitaries visiting the royal palace in Kyoto. Later they were given to the families of new-born children to ward off ill health. Dimensions: 7 1/2" x 3" x 4". An excellent addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Rare Japanese Sitting Boy Ichimatsu Ningyo doll Taisho
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Pre 1920 item# 324243 (stock# 100138)
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An impressive rare Japanese boy Ichimatsu ningyo or doll that sits dating to the late Taisho era (1912-1926). Boy ichimatsu dolls are rare but ones that bend at the waist and sit are even more difficult to find. This is a very high quality doll made by a master craftsman whose stamp is featured on a sheet of paper covering the abdomen (under his clothing). His expression is radiant with a superb white gofun face ( the application of many layers of crushed oyster shell) with glass eyes. His hair is fine silk and fashioned in a period hairstyle. His haori (over-garment is hand embroidered with gold stitching.Both hakama and haori still contain basting stitches which shows the doll has been well kept. The overall the quality of workmanship is extremely high and this is a doll worthy of the best collections.Dimensions: 15"(standing) x 10" x 5". Overall condition is very good for age. An important addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Superb Japanese Kyoto Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll
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Pre 1920 item# 324212 (stock# 100137)
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A superb high quality Kyoto ichimatsu ningyo or friendship doll from the late 1920's - early 1930's. The doll was made by a famous Kyoto doll maker whose seal can be found attached to the base (see detail picture). Her expression is beautiful and subtle. Her face is gofun (many layers of crushed oyster shell) with glass eyes and real human hair. The doll was hardly ever displayed because the hands and legs are covered in the original brown paper covering! The doll's kimono is fine silk with hand-embroidered cherry blossoms. Overall the quality of workmanship is extremely high and this is a doll worthy of the best collections.
Dimensions: 17" x 10" x 6". Overall condition is very good for age. An important addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Antique Japanese Isho Ningyo Dancing Doll, Meiji Period
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Pre 1910 item# 324193 (stock# 100136)
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A beautiful high quality Kyoto doll or ningyo depicting a dancing girl in its own case, dating to the late Meiji period (1868-1912). The girl is most likely a performer at the Miyako Odori in Kyoto, where the doll was purchased. A type of Isho Ningyo, the quality of workmanship is extremely high. Only the very best dolls have teeth and this doll is no exception. Also the artist has used his all of his skill to make the doll stand on one leg - the dancer's left leg is actually about 1/8" off the base!
The doll's face and hands are fine white gofun ( many layers of applied crushed oyster shell) with glass eyes. The doll has silk hair and the costume is fine chirimen silk with exquisite hand embroidered gold thread (see detail).
Dimensions: 14" x 5 1/2" x 5". Overall condition is very good for age with original case. An important addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Rare Japanese Signed Kibori Mokujo Noh Ningyo Doll
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Pre 1920 item# 324177 (stock# 100135)
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A rare boxed and signed Japanese wooden doll depicting a noh performer. The doll has been hand carved from a single piece of semi-hardwood and hand painted. The reverse of the sliding lid bears the signature of the artist "Haku Ho" and is dated Showa 17 (1942). The same signature is carved on the reverse of the doll base (see pictures). The female noh performer, complete with mask is adorned with a period kimono with exquisite hand painted flowers. Of the many types of Japanese ningyo, this is the first all wood doll we have listed. Dimensions: 11" x 4 1/2" x 3 1/2' Overall condition is very good for age with original case and covering cloth. An important addition to any collection of Japanese dolls.
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Antique Japanese Kabuki Ningyo Doll, Meiji Period
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Pre 1900 item# 277255 (stock# 100116)
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A superb Japanese Kabuki Ningyo / doll dating to the late 19th C. or early Meiji period (1868 - 1912). Doll represents a kabuki or traditional Japanese theater performer in a dancing pose. Dynamic pose with elaborate brocade costume and excellent attention to detail. The head and hands are painted gofun (crushed oyster shell). Period hairstyle with real hair and glass eyes. Early Kabuki dolls are rare and difficult to source. Doll stands 12 1/2" x 11"7". Overall condition is good considering age. Would make an excellent addition to any serious collection of Japanese dolls.
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Antique Japanese Ningyo Doll, Fisherman, Edo
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Pre 1900 item# 272429 (stock# 100105)
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A rare Japanese ningyo or doll depicting a fisherman from the Edo period (1615-1868). One of the most unusual themes for a doll we have seen. The character is a common fisherman in kneeling position complete with fishing rod. The doll maker has tried to be as realistic as possible and no attempt has been made to gloss over the fisherman's pockmarked face. The doll is constructed of wood, straw, felt and silk. The face and hands are covered with painted gofun (crushed oyster shell). His eyes are glass and the inner mouth is hollow which is very rare. Human hair has been used and has been 'braided in place in an unusual technique. This is an old doll and may require restoration to the fabric around one knee. Otherwise a rare and very collectible doll. Height: 12" x 10" (without rod).
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Antique Japanese Ningyo Doll, Common Man, Edo
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Pre 1900 item# 272393 (stock# 100104)
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An antique Japanese doll depicting a traveling commoner and dating to the Edo period (1615-1868). A rare and unusual subject for a Japanese doll. Wearing a striped kimono and matching obi of typical Edo period material. His hair is silk and tied up in period fashion. His face and hands are gofun (crushed oyster shell) over wood with glass eyes. He carries a bundle over his shoulder wrapped in traditional fashion. Dimensions: 12" x 5" x 6". Overall condition is good considering age. An interesting doll for period historical reference.
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