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Japanese Musician Gosho Hina Doll, Edo Period - JN8MY1515

Our Price: $1,995.00

Fantastic Japanese musician gosho doll, late Edo period, c. 1800-1850. Extremely rare to find a doll of this age with clothing and much of hair intact. Kyoto made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Details include drum and very finely made silk brocade costume with hand-embroidery. Very good condition. An extraordinary find for the collector! Dimensions: 11” high, 9” wide.

Japanese Bunraku Puppet Head, Samurai’s Wife

Japanese Antique Bunraku Puppet Head, Samurai’s Wife - JN8MY322

Our Price: $3,595.00

Exceptional, rare Bunraku samurai’s wife head, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fabulous rendering, signed by artist, with great detail and expression. Moveable eyes. Abundant human hair. Tortoise shell hair pin and coral hair ornament. Handcrafted in Kyoto, indicating the highest quality and artisanship. Carved with with layer upon layer of brilliant white gofun. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8” wide, 13.5” high.

Japanese Bunraku Puppet Head, Samurai Warrior

Japanese Antique Bunraku Puppet Head, Samurai Warrior - JN8MY323

Our Price: $3,595.00

Dramatic, rare Bunraku samurai warrior head, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fabulous rendering, signed by artist, with great detail and expression. Moveable eyes, eyebrows and mouth. Wild and abundant human hair. Handcrafted in Kyoto, indicating the highest quality and artisanship. Carved with with layer upon layer of brilliant white gofun. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” wide, 16” high.

Japanese Ichimatsu Boy Doll by Ko-Ryu-Sai

Japanese Ichimatsu Boy Doll by Ko-Ryu-Sai - JN8MY324

Our Price: $2,895.00

Wonderful Japanese boy Ichimatsu doll, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Signed by famed artist Ko-Ryu-Sai. Beautifully handpainted silk kimono with enchanting gosho doll motif. Handcrafted in Kyoto, indicating the highest quality and artisanship. Exceptionally rendered face, with warm and gentle features finely crafted in traditional gofun. Very good condition. Dimensions: 17” high, 6” wide (at base).

Japanese Gosho Doll with Case, Sanbaso

Our Price: $695.00

Dramatic Japanese Gosho doll shown performing the Sanbaso, Taisho period (1912-1926). Traditionally shown before Kabuki theater, the Sanbaso is an auspicious dance now also presented at many New Year celebrations. Its common theme is a wish for peace and good harvest. Finely handpainted, delightful expression and detail. Wonderful characterization with great natural movement and beautifully expressive face. Stunning costume and traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Very good condition. Dimensions: 16” x 10” x 8.5” (case); 13” high (doll).

Japanese Takeda Dolls, Pair of Samurai Warriors

Japanese Takeda Dolls, Pair of Samurai Warriors, Edo - JC8J2511

Our Price: $3,995.00

Dynamic pair of Japanese takeda warrior dolls, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Remarkable animated expressions and poses, comically menacing. Detailed and varied silk costumes. Accessories include staffs and handpainted lacquer base. Very good condition with minor costume wear commensurate with age. Dimensions: 14.5” high (doll), 9” high (doll), 4.5” high, 22” wide, 11” deep (stand).

Japanese Takeda Doll, Empress Jingo, Edo - JC8J2512

Our Price: $3,995.00

Extraordinary Japanese takeda doll, late Edo period, c.1800-1868. Superbly rendered with highly detailed face and pose. Varied silk costume with embroidery. Accessories include quiver of arrows and black lacquer stand. Very good condition with minor wear commensurate with age. Dimensions: 14.5” high (doll), 2.5” high,12” wide, 8.5” deep.

Japanese Geisha Doll, Silk Kimono with Fan

Japanese Geisha Doll, Silk Kimono with Fan - JN8J2501

Our Price: $895.00

Gorgeous Japanese geisha costume doll with fan, Taisho period, c.1912-1926. Exquisite hand-painted silk kimono and obi. Kyoto made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail and skill in rendering. Additional accessories include hair ornaments. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9.5” wide, 15” high.

Japanese Gosho Doll with Flute - JC8J817

Our Price: $495.00

Enchanting Japanese gosho doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Whisimical flute-playing figure. Very good condition. Comes with signed kiri wood storage box. Dimensions: 5” x 3”.

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Spear

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Spear - JN7D74

Our Price: $395.00

Wonderful old Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll with spear, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship. Created for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and fine detail in silk brocade costume. Additional accessories include spear, sword and black lacquer stand. Very good condition. Dimensions: 5” wide, 13” high w/spear.

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Yari

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Yari - JN7D75

Our Price: $395.00

Wonderful old Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll with yari (spear), Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship. Created for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and fine detail in silk brocade costume. Additional accessories include spear, sword, hat and black lacquer stand. Very good condition. Dimensions: 6” wide, 12” high w/spear.

Japanese Pair Emperor and Empress Dolls - JN7D76

Our Price: $695.00

Delightful pair of Japanese emperor and empress dolls or kokin-bina, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Wonderful representation of the imperial couple. Fine silk, hand-embroidered brocade costumes, and beautifully crafted faces with charming, animated expressions. Traditionally made for display on Girls Day, celebrated annually in Japan. Features include gofun faces and hands, fabulous crown, sword, hat, fan and display stands. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8” wide, 12” high (each).

Japanese Emperor and Empress Dolls - JN7D710

Our Price: $395.00

Fine pair of Japanese emperor and empress dolls or kokin-bina, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Wonderful representation of the imperial couple. Fine silk, hand-embroidered brocade costumes, and beautifully crafted faces with delightful, animated expressions. Traditionally made for display on Girls Day, celebrated annually in Japan. Features include gofun faces and hands, fabulous crown, sword, hat, fan and display stands. Very good condition. Dimensions: 7” wide, 9” high (each).

Emperor and Empress Dolls, Large Kokin-Bina

Japanese Emperor and Empress Dolls, Large Kokin-Bina - JN7D711

Our Price: $595.00

Large pair of Japanese emperor and empress dolls or kokin-bina, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Great representation of the imperial couple. Fine silk, hand-embroidered brocade costumes, and finely crafted faces with appealing expressions. Traditionally made for display on Girls Day, celebrated annually in Japan. Features include gofun faces and hands, fabulous crown, sword, hat and fan. Good condition with some distress on faces and wear on fabric. Dimensions: 14” wide, 16” high (each).

Japanese Butterfly Dancer Gosho Doll - JN7D78

Our Price: $995.00

Striking Japanese Noh doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Sho-Jo the sake-loving elf of Noh drama with flushed face and captivating smile. Wonderful characterization with great presence and beautifully expressive face. Features fine silk brocade costuming and handpainted fan. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9.5” wide, 16” high.

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior, Meiji

Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior - JC236

Our Price: $995.00

Wonderful Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in traditional costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Very good condition. Height: 14”.

Japanese Samurai Warrior Doll, Meiji - JC237

Our Price: $495.00

Dramatic Japanese kneeling samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in traditional costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Very good condition. Height: 9”.

Japanese Samurai Doll, Benkei, Meiji - JN227

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Our Price: $295.00

Charming Japanese samurai Benkei doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in silk brocade costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Additional accessories include spear and backpack filled with tools. Very good condition. Dimensions: 6” wide, 13” high.

Japanese Samurai Doll, Standing Musha Warrior

Japanese Samurai Doll, Standing Musha Warrior, Meiji - JN228

Our Price: $295.00

Wonderful old Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in silk brocade costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Additional accessories include spear, sword and kabuto (helmet). Very good condition. Dimensions: 5” wide, 13” high.

Japanese Kokeshi Doll, Colossal Size - JC125

Our Price: $495.00

Tall Japanese Kokeshi doll, Showa period, early 20th century. A traditional folk doll of northern Japan dating to the Edo period. Carved wood with slender body and oversized head and vibrantly handpainted in red and black. Very good condition. Dimensions: 26” high, 7” diameter.

Japanese Gosho Dolls, Butterfly Dancers, Meiji

Our Price: $1,595.00

Enormously appealing pair of Japanese Gosho butterfly dancer dolls, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Wonderfully animated features and pose, shown as children performing a traditional butterfly dance. Fine costumes and detail include traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Accessories include drums and wings. Very good condition. An enchanting find! Dimensions: 4.5” high, 5.25 high (w/stand); 1” x 9.5” x 4.75” (base).

Japanese Boys Day Samurai Battle Horse Doll

Our Price: $1,995.00

Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Okimono style battle horse or kazari-uma doll with remarkable detail from saddle to wonderfully animated posture and facial expression. Traditionally made for display on Boys’ Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Comes with original kiri wood storage box. Very good condition. Dimensions: 13” high, 13” wide, 5.5” deep.

Japanese Bijin Beautiful Woman Costume Doll, Taisho

Our Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $1,036.00

Fabulous Japanese bijin or beautiful woman costume doll with umbrella, Taisho period, c.1912-1926. Exquisite hand-painted silk kimono and obi. Kyoto made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail and craftsmanship. Numerous accessories include hair ornaments, geta shoes and umbrella. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9.5” wide, 16.5” high.

Japanese Prince Costume Hina Doll, Taisho

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Our Price: $395.00

Delightful Japanese prince costume doll, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Dramatic silk brocade costume. An appealing rendering showing character with childlike face and pose. Accessories include sword and black lacquer stand. A charming work of traditional Japanese doll craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10.5” high, 5” wide.

Japanese Court Lady Hina Doll, Meiji

Our Price: $495.00

Captivating Japanese court lady doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Wonderfully crafted with enchanting expression and pose. Remarkable detail, with abundant hand-embroidery. Accessories include black lacquer presentation tray. This style doll is becoming more and more difficult to find, especially of this age and in such good condition. Dimensions: 5” wide, 8.75” high.

Japanese Hina Doll, Right Minister, Meiji

Our Price: $495.00

Striking Japanese hina doll or ningyo representing the right minister, Udaijin, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. A samurai and protector of the Imperial Court, he is dressed in the costume of the Imperial Guards of the Heian period, with bow in hand, arrows at his back, and seated on handpainted base. From Kyoto, indicating highest level of quality and craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 6” wide, 10.5” high.

Japanese Hina Doll, Left Minister, Meiji

Our Price: $495.00

Wonderful Japanese hina doll or ningyo representing the left minister, Sadaijin, c. 1868-1912. An old and respected samurai and protector of the Imperial Court, he is dressed in the costume of the Imperial Guards of the Heian period, with bow and arrow in hand as well as on his back, and seated on handpainted base. From Kyoto, indicating highest level of quality and craftsmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions: 6” wide, 10.5” high.

Set Japanese Court Lady Hina Dolls, Edo

Our Price: $595.00

Rare Japanese set of three court lady Hina dolls, late Edo period, c. 1800-1830. This type of doll has been very popular since the Edo period, and is typically crafted for the Girls' Day Festival held annually in Japan on March 3. Unusually expressive gofun faces and hands. Fine silk brocade costumes, original accessories. A wonderful find for the collector! Very good condition. Dimensions: 6” high, 9” wide (stand).

Miniature Set of Five Japanese Musician Dolls, Meiji

Our Price: $495.00

Miniature five-piece set of Japanese musician or hayashi dolls, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Rare size a fantastic find. Traditionally displayed on Hinamatsuri or Girls' Day Festival, celebrated annually on March 3 in Japan. High-quality, silk-brocade costumes. Accessories include a variety of instruments. Fine detail in gofun faces and hands and charming individual expressions and postures. Very good condition. Dimensions: 9.5” wide (stand), 4” high.

Japanese Kabuki Shop Daughter Doll, Taisho

Our Price: $1,695.00

Spectacular Japanese Kabuki Yaoya-No-Ohichi shop daughter doll, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Remarkable, handpainted, high-quality kimono. Kyoto made, indicating excellent craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail. Accessories include numerous hair ornaments, and wood stand. Very good condition. Dimensions: 8” wide, 13.5” high.

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