Hand-Painted Silk Antique Geisha Dolls

By willfillmore, 13 September, 2008
Description

I also have the samarai doll.

Category
Dolls and Plush Toys
Medium
Wood and Cloth
Distinguishing marks
Japanese script handwritten on bottom of base
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
16 - 17" in height
Date Period
Early to Mid 1940s
Weight
Approx. 2 lbs each
History
Passed down from Wife's Grandfather. He obtained them post-WW2 in Japan
Price Paid (If known)
Unknown
For Sale?
No
Photos

willfillmore

16 years 8 months ago

This is a well-kept set of 6 hand painted and woven dolls. The age is uncertain as they were obtained in 1945 Japan. They have remained in such excellent condition by remaining enclosed in glass cases. The excellent craftmanship is unmistakable down to the fingers on every hand. Would prefer to sell as a set.

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willfillmore

16 years 8 months ago

The artistry is most assuredly that of a master. The details, especially of the face, are remarkable. I'm sure these dolls were "spoils of war" after VJ day.
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