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Creative Kokeshi, Kunisada Chuji, 10-5/8"

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  • Creative Kokeshi, Kunisada Chuji, 10-5/8"
  • Creative Kokeshi, Kunisada Chuji, 10-5/8"

NAME: Creative Japanese kokeshi of Kunisada Chuji

MAKER: Not signed

SIZE: 10-5/8" (27.1cm) including the stand.

CONDITION: A scratch and a few very minor dents on the face. Some of the white paint from his hat straps (sides of the head) has chipped.

NOTES: Interesting, large doll. His body is shaped like a Japanese lantern.

Kunisada Chuji (1810-50) was a yakuza (gangster) boss but it is said that he had a chivalrous spirit and was always willing to fight to help others. Chuji was called a wandering gambling boss, doing good deeds along the way. Very similar life and legends as Shimizu Jirocho.

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Shipping on this doll will cost around US$28 or US$20 in addition to the automatic charge of $8.00 for U.S. addresses. Please contact us with intent to buy so that it can be packed, weighed and the extra shipping charges added to the doll BEFORE the purchase is made.


This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 30 April, 2014.

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