Ouchi Lacquerware Doll Pair, 13/16", MIB

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NAME: Vintage Japanese lacquered wood Emperor and Empress Ouchi Doll set, stand, leaflet in Japanese and original wood box.

SIZE: 13/16" (2cm), diameter is 7/8" (2.2.cm) and the stand is 2-1/4" x 15/16"

CONDITION: Mint in box/new old stock (deadstock)

NOTES: The famous Ouchi lacquerware comes from Yamaguchi city and dates back hundreds of years. The most familiar of the Ouchi products are these Emperor & Empress doll sets. You can read background information on Ouchi lacquerware here: Ouchi

I was able to find a website in Japan selling brand new Ouchi doll pairs. The current cost of a set with a 1-3/4" (4.5cm) diameter is 5100yen or US$63.75. A set with a 3-1/4" diameter (8.4cm) is 19,600y or US$245.00. (Exchange rate as of 6/16/11).

This product was added to our catalog on Friday 17 June, 2011.