This massive and heavy vintage Japanese creative kokeshi doll, titled Harunone (春の音 / Sound of Spring), is a handcrafted wooden piece by artist Sanpei Yamanaka (三平). It features a compact, rounded form carved from warm-toned wood, framed by dark carved hair with subtle textured ridges. Her kimono is decorated with delicate burnished flower motifs, and a tiny dab of red accents her lips.
Signature: artist's signature in orange-red lacquer 三平 (Sanpei)
Height: ca. 15 cm
Weight: ca. 1430 g
Condition: excellent vintage condition, there is a nick by the left eye, otherwise no visible marks (please see images for details).
Yamanaka-san was born in Yonezawa, Yamagata Prefecture and was a celebrated photographer, transitioned his artistic focus to the creative kokeshi, eventually winning the prestigious Prime Minister Award in 1979.
Please note that all items in my shop are vintage and may show signs of age, including scratches, tarnishing, and other imperfections that add to their character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of each item's condition. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before purchasing. All images are of the actual product. However, please be aware that colors may appear slightly different on screen due to display settings.
