Great warrior kokeshi - Japan 1960-70

This large doll seems to represent a young woman with a shield. Her textured wooden hairstyle evokes a helmet. High 45 cm - width 9 cm - depth 9 cm. Traces of manipulations. 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 certificate and documentation will be given to the purchaser. This is a vintage doll that can have minor imperfections.