Japanese Kokeshi Doll Kasuri Musume w/Original Box Vintage Folk Art

Authentic 1981 Japanese Kokeshi Doll "Kasuri Musume" with Original Box

Bring home a beautiful example of traditional Japanese folk art with this authentic handcrafted Kokeshi doll, titled "Kasuri Musume" (Kasuri Girl), created in 1981 during the Showa period. This elegant vintage piece was selected for a Japanese Doll Art Show, recognizing its artistic craftsmanship and refined design.

Handcrafted from natural wood, the doll features a graceful silhouette adorned with a beautifully hand-painted kasuri-pattern kimono in warm earth tones, accented by a vibrant red obi. The charming bob hairstyle, delicate facial expression, and decorative red ornament atop the head create a balanced composition that reflects the timeless simplicity for which traditional Kokeshi dolls are admired.

Included with the doll is its original labeled presentation box, enhancing both its authenticity and value for collectors.

This exceptional piece was sourced directly from a Japan Government Auction, ensuring it is an authentic vintage Japanese collectible—not a modern reproduction.

Whether displayed in a Japanese-inspired home, tea room, office, or fine folk art collection, this Kokeshi offers a wonderful blend of tradition, elegance, and cultural history.

Product Highlights

✅ Authentic Japanese handcrafted wooden Kokeshi doll

✅ Title: "Kasuri Musume" (Kasuri Girl)

✅ Crafted in 1981 (Showa Period)

✅ Selected for a Japanese Doll Art Show

✅ Original labeled presentation box included

✅ Beautiful hand-painted kasuri kimono design

✅ Traditional Japanese folk art

✅ Elegant Showa-era craftsmanship

✅ Wonderful collector's display piece

✅ Sourced directly from a Japan Government Auction

Condition

This authentic vintage Kokeshi doll is in excellent vintage condition for its age.

Minor surface wear, small marks, and gentle age-related imperfections may be present, consistent with careful preservation over more than four decades. The original storage box also shows light signs of age and storage.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the item's description and condition.

Additional Information

Kokeshi dolls originated in the Tōhoku region of northern Japan during the Edo period and have become one of Japan's most treasured forms of traditional folk art. Each doll is individually turned from wood and hand-painted by skilled artisans, with every artist developing distinctive facial expressions, hairstyles, and decorative motifs.

This doll is titled "Kasuri Musume," meaning "Kasuri Girl." Kasuri refers to a traditional Japanese woven textile known for its soft, slightly blurred geometric patterns, which have been admired for centuries in kimono design. The beautifully painted kimono on this doll celebrates that classic textile tradition.

Being selected for a Japanese Doll Art Show highlights the quality of its craftsmanship and artistic merit, making it especially desirable for collectors of vintage Japanese folk art.

This elegant piece is ideal for:

Japanese folk art collections
Traditional home décor
Tea ceremony rooms
Tokonoma alcove displays
Wabi-sabi interiors
Gifts for lovers of Japanese culture

Every authentic Kokeshi doll displays unique wood grain, hand-painted details, and subtle variations that make each piece a one-of-a-kind work of art.

📦 Condition:
Vintage item from 1981. Shows minor imperfections including light scratches, small stains, and natural wear consistent with age. Please review all photos carefully — sold as shown.

Material: Wood
Origin: Japan
Period: 1981 (Showa era)
Box: Original labeled box included

A lovely addition for collectors of traditional Japanese folk art, Kokeshi enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates warm handmade craftsmanship with history.

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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.