vintage creative kokeshi made by Sanpei Yamanaka (1926-2012)

this creative (Sosaku) kokeshi doll by the acclaimed artisan SanpeiYamanaka features a beautiful, natural wood grain finish. The doll has a large, rounded head decorated with simple, narrow slit-like eyes, a subtle red dot for a nose, and short, traditional black painted hair. Its body is gently tapered and adorned with minimalist, earthy painted horizontal stripes in shades of reddish-orange, green, and dark brown or black, capturing the timeless, elegant, and rustic aesthetic characteristic of Yamakawa's celebrated work. Height: 15cm Weight: 220g Please always take a close look to the pictures to determine the condition of the kokeshi.