Large Vintage 1950s Creative Kokeshi (Sosaku Kokeshi) – 24cm

A delightful and expressive vintage sosaku (creative) kokeshi doll featuring a expressive, rounded form and cheerful hand-painted facial features. Crafted with a classic mid-century warmth, the doll wears a rich striped kimono decorated in bold black, orange, and green tones with traditional tie-dye (shibori) pattern accents at the collar and waist. Its head is adorned with painted bow accents and a charming top hair bun, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for any Japanese folk art collection. 

The underside of the base is inscribed in handwritten black ink (sumi):

Translation:

• Title: Jinroku (甚六)

• Artisan: Haruo Saku (春雄 作 — "Made by Haruo")