Rare Vintage Creative Kokeshi By Takahashi Hashime (1918-2002)

 Beautiful kokeshi from light wood, the body is decorated with plum blossom.

Takahashi Hashime began his career as a fine artist and painter, known for his colorful designs and distinctive brushwork. He was born in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture—the birthplace of traditional Kokeshi. His artistic background also includes work as a Yuzen silk–kimono dyeing craftsman, which explains why kimono motifs feature so prominently in all of his dolls.

He received multiple awards in annual Kokeshi competitions, including the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award, the highest honor given to Sosaku Kokeshi artists. His work is instantly recognizable for its unique forms and meticulous details.

Height: 36cm

Weight: 850g

Please always take a close look to the pictures to determine the condition of the kokeshi. She as some dents.