This is a rare kokeshi by Shido Shozan. She has a beautiful slender design and the natural wood grain is wonderfully showcased. She has aged beautifully! The obi in the middle of the doll gives her a very modern look.
Shido Shozan was born in Oita prefecture in 1932. Originally, he was a traditional Yamagata artisan and attended the Chuo University in Tokyo. He later moved to Yonezawa which greatly influenced some of his designs to depict Yonezawa motifs. His later work also often uses the natural wood grain to bring out delicate and beautiful designs. Shido won numerous awards including the prestigious Prime Minister Award. His kokeshi are arguably amongst the most popular, and sought by collectors all over the world making them highly expensive. Shido-San passed away in 1995.
Height: 50,5 cm
Diameter foot: 6,4 cm
Weight: 1359 g.
Style: Creative - Sosaku
Signed by the artisan: Yes
Please look at the pictures carefully to assess the condition of the item. There is a small crack on the obi on the side of the kokeshi.
