Traditional Wooden Japanese Kokeshi Doll (30) Textiles whilst adding a sense of

whilst adding a sense of rustic uniqueness to any modern home

the gold oval sticker designates it as certified Echizen ware while the square white sticker confirms that the vessel is entirely handmade

It originated in the 19th century in the Rajastan area

which gives it that lovely patterned design

Traditional Wooden Japanese Kokeshi Doll (30) Textiles whilst adding a sense ofThe age of Kokeshi Doll's go back as far as 150 years. Most of Kokeshi Dolls are made from either dogwood, cherry or maple. Made in two pieces, the head and the body, the craftsman creates the head with a stem plug that is forced into a tight hole above the shoulders. The dolls shape are minimal, no arms or legs etc, but whilst they may seem simple the process of making one is extensive; seasoning the wood, splitting into quarters for the lathe, rough