Vintage Creative Kokeshi by Takahashi Toshiharu

This is an elegant Sosaku (Creative) Kokeshi doll created by the award-winning artist Takahashi Toshiharu. It is a beautiful example of how modern kokeshi artists use vibrant colors and nature-inspired themes to update traditional forms.

Design Details

• Motif: The body of the doll is strikingly decorated with a dense, hand-painted pattern of autumn leaves in warm hues of red, orange, and yellow, interspersed with deep green.

• Hairstyle: It features a signature bob cut (okappa) made from a darker, separate piece of wood that provides a textured, three-dimensional look.

• Expression: The face is classic and serene, with simple slit eyes and a small red mouth, allowing the focus to remain on the intricate body artwork. 

Artistic Significance

• The Artist: Takahashi Toshiharu is a celebrated figure in the Sosaku movement, known for his ability to blend traditional woodcraft with bold, graphic painting.

• Style: This piece is highly sought after for its vivid seasonal storytelling and the high-contrast balance between the dark wood hair and the bright, decorated torso.

Height: 24,5cm

Weight: 380g

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