Kunisada Chuji with Child

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Kokeshi nodder of Kunisada Chuji with a child measuring 2-1/2". 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. This doll has Chuji carrying the orphaned son of "friend". The condition is good except his sword handle is missing (stick glued to handle).

This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 01 October, 2006.