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Hand-Painted Silk Antique Geisha Dolls

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
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willfillmore 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

<p>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.</p><p><a href="/comment/reply/20812#comment-form">http://www.instappraisal.com/comment/reply/20812#comment-form</a></p&gt;

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willfillmore 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

The artistry is most assuredly that of a master. The details, especially of the face, are remarkable. I&#39;m sure these dolls were &quot;spoils of war&quot; after VJ day.

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