This is a Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi by Aida Seiho. The natural wood is the most important feature here in combination with the jacket. This kokeshi comes with her original box and is dated 1973.
Aida Seiho was born in 1926 and started creating Kokeshi in 1947. He is considered one of the most influencial pioneers of the Sosaku Movement in the 60s. His work has won multiple awards including the Minister of education Award in 1974.
Height: 15 cm
Diameter foot: 6 cm
Weight: 266 g.
Style: Creative - Sosaku
Signed by the artisan: Yes
Please look at the pictures carefully to assess the condition of the item.