Vintage Sosaku kokeshi by Yajima Suihou (1915-)

This elegant kokeshi doll by Yajima Suihō is a fine example of the artist’s distinctive, lyrical style. The doll features a tall, slender body crowned by a softly rounded head, creating a graceful and elongated silhouette that emphasizes vertical balance and quiet presence.

The serene face is delicately rendered with closed eyes and subtle red accents, conveying calm introspection. A carved and painted red bow atop the head adds a gentle touch of femininity, a recurring motif in Suihō’s work. The body is richly decorated with flowing floral patterns in warm tones of red, ochre, black, and soft white, applied with confident yet restrained brushwork.

The composition harmonizes natural wood with painterly ornamentation, reflecting Yajima Suihō’s ability to blend traditional kokeshi aesthetics with a refined, modern sensibility. Finished with a soft sheen that enhances the grain of the wood, this piece embodies elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless appeal, making it a highly desirable work for collectors of creative kokeshi.

Height: 25cm

Weight: 180g

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