Kokeshi decor decor river doll - Circa 1970

Kokeshi river decoration - circa 1970. Top 24.5 - head diameter 7.3 cm - Wear to the white of the face - micros shock of use. 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 would have a buddhist origin.a detailed notice on the history and function of the kokeshis will be attached. Ref no.40.