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Japanese Boys Day Musha Doll Benkei, Meiji Period browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Japanese:Dolls:Pre 1910: item # 272178 Please refer to our stock # 100103 when inquiring.
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| A superb Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Musha ningyo doll of the great warrior Benkei. Created for Boy's Day which is celebrated on May 5th every year. Dolls such as this and other displays of the festival were originally meant to instill a sense of courage, valor and bravery into the boys of the samurai families. This example features the distinctive large protruding glass eyes typical of Meiji era dolls. The head is made of painted gofun (crushed oyster shell) with real hair. The costume is a fine paper brocade with typical Meiji patterns. Benkei's weapons and armor are made of a mixture of lacquered wood and card. Dimensions: 18" x 16" x 6". A superb addition to any collection of Japanese or samurai dolls. | ||
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