This is a spectacular and powerful design by Yuji Watanabe. This kokeshi is decorated with a white camellia shaped through bold carving kind. What an intriguing doll.
Yuji is part of a well known kokeshi artisan family. He is the son of the famous Masao Watanabe and the father of Kunihiko Watanabe. His kokeshi are arguably amongst the most popular and sought by collectors all over the world making them highly expensive.
Height: 26 cm
Diameter foot: 12,9 cm
Weight: 2035 g.
Style: Creative - Sosaku
Signed by the artisan: Yes
Please look at the pictures carefully to assess the condition of the item. This kokeshi has a dent on her front and some wear.
