Vintage exclusive sosaku kokeshi By Issetsu Kuribayashi (1924-2011)

Beautiful Kokeshi doll created in the Creative (Sosaku) style. This is a very elegant kokeshi with her tall design and purple kimono. 

Height: 37cm

Weight: 330g

Issetsu Kuribayashi was born in Yonezawa City, he is considered has one of the founders of the Sosaku kokeshi. He has won every major award given over the years with his dolls. He began his career in 1955 and is featured in the Nuremberg Toy Museum in Germany. Many of his works were unique designs.

Please look carefully at the pictures to determine the condition of the item.