Doll Item Number: Ed5.2572 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Kokeshi Style: spray of three, red floral decorations on stems on body and eight characters.

History Of Use

Kokeshi are simple wooden Japanese dolls crafted as toys for children. Originally from the northeastern region of Japan, they are handmade from wood, having a simple, round trunk and head, without arms or legs. They have been in use for at least 150 years.