Rare Vintage Creative Kokeshi by renowned artisan Ikuyoshi Yokozuka - Mother and child

This mother-and-child kokeshi by Ikuyoshi Yokozuka features a gently rounded, natural wood form with a tall, slender base. The mother’s serene face emerges softly from the upper body, while a small child peeks out from beside her, creating an intimate and tender composition. The surface is decorated with expressive, painterly brushstrokes in warm earthy tones with accents of red and dark brown, enhancing the organic character of the wood. The piece conveys warmth, protection, and quiet affection through its minimalist yet emotive design. Yokozuka’s work is highly sought after by collectors and design lovers worldwide.

Born in Chichibu, Saitama (birthdate unknown), Yokozuka-san later worked mainly in Yonezawa, Gunma. He began making Kokeshi in 1964 and was honored with the Prime Minister’s Award in 1966 with this particular design!

Height: 22cm

Weight: 230g

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