Elegant Vintage Kokeshi by Hosaka Torao – 1969
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Elegant Vintage Kokeshi by Hosaka Torao – 1969
This beautifully hand-crafted kokeshi doll by Hosaka Torao is a rare and elegant find. Standing at 32cm tall, she features a refined, elongated silhouette with a delicately tilted head—giving her a poised and serene presence.
Her black kimono is meticulously hand-painted with white chrysanthemums and bold geometric accents in red, olive, and white. The clean, confident brushwork and balanced design highlight a high level of skill and artistic sensitivity.
Though little is publicly documented about Hosaka Torao, his work suggests a practiced and thoughtful hand. He shares a surname with better-known kokeshi artisans Hosaka Yukio and Hosaka Tomegorō, and may be part of the same creative lineage—though this connection remains unconfirmed.
Signed and dated 1969 on the base and in excellent vintage condition, this is a graceful and rare piece for the discerning collector.
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