STUNNING AOKI RYOKO VINTAGE KOKESHI

Aoki Ryoka is a renowned and award-winning female kokeshi artist, known for her beautifully crafted dolls that range from collectible art pieces to charming children’s toys. A true pioneer in the field, she has won three Prime Minister’s Awards and runs her own kokeshi studio with a team of mostly women. Her work blends traditional techniques with a refined, expressive style that makes each piece uniquely special.

This charming kokeshi doll by Aoki Ryoka reflects her signature feminine sensibility and meticulous craftsmanship.

The doll features a rounded, softly contoured form with a serene, closed-eyed expression—typical of Aoki's gentle, minimalist facial detailing. Her kimono is beautifully hand-painted in warm amber tones and adorned with large, bold white plum blossoms, their rich yellow centers and delicate branching pattern evoking a quiet elegance. The floral motif wraps gracefully around the body, emphasizing the natural grain and texture of the wood beneath.

The attention to balance and proportion, along with the delicate linework, shows why Aoki Ryoka is such a respected name in both toy-making and fine art circles. This piece likely sits between functional folk art and a collectible studio piece—celebrating traditional Japanese motifs through a distinctly modern female lens.

This kokeshi is in excellent condition with artist's signature and hanko stamp on the bottom. She is approx 20cm tall