Creative Kokeshi of Poet Ono no Komachi
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NAME: Creative Japanese kokeshi of female poet Ono No Kamachi or called an "Akita Kamachi Kokeshi"
MAKER: Hyozo Naito*
SIZE: 10-1/2" (26.5cm)
CONDITION: Soft wood. Few small dents mid front and several around the bottom edge.
NOTES: This doll is similar in shape and style to the traditional Kijiyama. It was made in Akita as well. It represents Ms. Kamachi who was known as one of the six best Waka poets of the early Heian period as well as for her beauty.
*This was the translation of the artist. Can't confirm if this is correct.
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 11 April, 2012.
