Vintage Elegant Spa-Style Creative Kokeshi Doll

Add a unique, storytelling element to your collection with this exceptionally graceful Sosaku (creative) Kokeshi doll. Standing at an impressive 28.5cm tall, this piece departs from standard columnar designs to showcase a highly stylized, statuesque feminine silhouette that beautifully captures mid-century Japanese artistry.

Artisanal Storytelling & Rare Details

This elegant figure tells a quiet story of traditional Japanese bathing culture. She is depicted holding a small, carved wooden washbasin, accompanied by her rare, original miniature cotton towel draped over her hands—complete with authentic kanji script lettering.

Her slender neck leads to a beautifully tapered head featuring a traditional topknot hairstyle adorned with a red hairpin accessory. The lower half of her body is exquisitely hand-painted with delicate plum blossoms (ume) and soft, textured cloud motifs, contrasting wonderfully against the rich, polished gloss finish of her dark brown upper kimono.

Product Features

• Rare Accessories: Comes featuring its exceptionally rare original cotton fabric towel and carved wooden basin insert.

• Statuesque Presence: At 28.5cm tall, this doll has a commanding, slender silhouette that stands out beautifully in any display.

• Mid-Century Craftsmanship: Features a wonderful mix of fine brushwork, wood carving, and layered gloss finishes.

• Excellent Vintage Condition: Impeccably preserved paintwork and woodwork with all original elements intact.

Specifications

• Material: Hand-turned and hand-painted Japanese hardwood, miniature fabric towel.

• Height: 28.5cm (approx. 11.2 inches).

• Style: Creative (Sosaku) Kokeshi.

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition.