Modernist Wooden Creative Kokeshi (Sosaku Kokeshi) by Sukehisa – 29cm

An elegant and minimalist creative Japanese sosaku kokeshi doll, masterfully hand-turned to showcase natural wood grain dynamics. Featuring a unique architectural silhouette, this piece combines warm cedar/pine-style ringed wood tones with clean, sculptural geometry. The top hood/hair element drapes gracefully over stylized shoulder accents, giving it a distinctive mid-century modern aesthetic while honoring traditional Japanese lathe craftsmanship.

Bottom Marking & Signature Translation

The bottom of the doll features a handwritten black ink (sumi) signature along with a maker's seal/mark:

• 右側 (Right side / Top right): 助 (Suke)

• 左側 (Left side / Top left): 久 (Hisa)

• 下部 (Lower section): 作 (Saku – "Made by / Crafted by")

• 中央 / 印 (Center Stamp / Mark): Stylized artisan mark / emblem

Translation: Sukehisa Saku (助久 作) — "Made by Sukehisa"