Syouzan wooden Kokeshi doll painted beige and black with autumn leaves pattern

Handmade Kokeshi Syouzan doll, made of wood and painted by hand, in Japan. "Kokeshi" dolls are Japanese wooden dolls created more than 150 years ago and originating from the Tōhoku region, in the north of the archipelago. Of any size, shape and decoration, these art objects with smiles and shimmering colors, unique and handmade, bring an ideal Japanese touch to decorate your interior. Kokeshi are a precious gift for you and your loved ones, and symbolize in respect of Japanese tradition the fact of declaring your friendship or your love to the person who receives it. The Kokeshi Syouzan is carved from Mizuki wood, entirely painted and decorated by hand. She wears a beige and deep green kimono on which are drawn red, orange and yellow falling leaves, symbols of the end of autumn. A small parchment accompanies it, with the name of the Japanese craftsman who fashioned it. Did you know ? Kokeshi dolls have also inspired famous Mii characters from the Wii game console! DETAILS Dimensions: 8.5x8.5x16.5cm Figurine made and painted by hand in Japan by the artisan Uzasburo