A prized example of the Yamagata kokeshi tradition, this vintage doll is attributed to Omiya Yasumitsu, a craftsman whose work embodies the refined elegance of this regional style. Yamagata kokeshi are distinguished by their signature red linework painted on top of the head — a decorative motif unique to this Tohoku school and instantly recognizable to collectors.
At 8" tall with a slender 1.5" diameter, this piece has a graceful, refined presence. A minor scratch on the head and lightly faded paint are the only signs of its age — this is a doll in genuinely fine condition for its years.
Condition: Very good. Minor scratch on the head and lightly faded paint.
