Kokeshi workshop Usaburo Okamoto (1917-2009). Around 1970-80 Japan

Usaburo okamoto (1917-2009). Around 1980 - workshop stamp. High: 26.5 cm - 8.7 cm diameter. Okamoto was active 1940-80. He invented new styles by introducing techniques using spinning machines, and incandescent metal parts. He loved the grain of keyaki wood (zelkova serrata ) and chestnut, until then little used, widespread in his native region. A certificate and documentation will be given to the purchaser. A about kokeshis: they were toys for girls, or offered as a token of love or friendship; symbolized the desire to have a healthy child. They would have a talisman function, are modesty, softness. They also have a buddhist origin. Their hairstyles evoking buddha's bun. A notice on the artist as well as on the history and function of the kokeshis will be attached. This is a vintage doll that can have minor imperfections.

Ref. : 4TPF3RYV