Japanese Wood Kokeshi Doll Vtg Iwate Hanamaki Lion Dance Shishi Odori KF713 cherry blossoms cracks and dents

cracks and dents

Tear on the paper and the fabric cover

It can be used as Shikiita

Words: Zenshoji Temple

The wood's natural knots and grain are accentuated by a medium brown stain and clear varnish

Japanese Wood Kokeshi Doll Vtg Iwate Hanamaki Lion Dance Shishi Odori KF713 cherry blossoms cracks and dentsJapanese Wooden Kokeshi Doll Figurine This vintage Japanese wooden kokeshi doll figurine represents a performer of the Shishi Odori, a regional folk performing art from Hanamaki (Iwate prefecture). Their costume consists of a black and blue cape, and a black mask of a deer, similar to a lion dance's mask. The performer is playing the drums while dancing. The doll comes in a paper box. Kokeshi dolls are traditional toys that can easily be used for