Usaburo & Aoki Ryoka Sousaku Kokeshi Pair
Pair of small egg-shaped kokeshi
Pre-loved Sousaku “Creative” Style Kokeshi (1990s~2000s)
Kokeshi with hand-painted white and orange chrysanthemums is by Aoki Ryoka, a female master artisan from Gunma Prefecture
Stamped ”Ryoka” on the base, and "Shingu" in Wakayama Prefecture on the back where this kokeshi would have been sold as a souvenir
Smaller kokeshi is by Usaburo and titled "Shiawase", meaning "happiness"
Usaburo is a kokeshi workshop, also in Gunma Prefecture - with around 6 artisans in the studio, it is the largest kokeshi producer in Japan
SIZE (Approx.)
AOKI RYOKA
DIAMETER 7CM (2.8") X HEIGHT 8.3CM (3.3")
USABURO (smaller)
DIAMETER 5.5CM (2.2") X HEIGHT 7.2CM (2.8")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
220 Grams (Total for Pair)
CONDITION - GOOD
Some small scratches, patina on face from sun on the Usaburo. Some paint wearing on white florals, some spotting/discoloration of wood on the Aoki Ryoka. Overall good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
CARING FOR YOUR KOKESHI
To dust, wipe gently with a dry soft cloth
Avoid touching kokeshi with wet hands as the dye/paint may run
Recommended to keep kokeshi away from direct sunlight to avoid wood from darkening and dye/paint fading
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
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Pair of small egg-shaped kokeshi
Pre-loved Sousaku “Creative” Style Kokeshi (1990s~2000s)
Kokeshi with hand-painted white and orange chrysanthemums is by Aoki Ryoka, a female master artisan from Gunma Prefecture
Stamped ”Ryoka” on the base, and "Shingu" in Wakayama Prefecture on the back where this kokeshi would have been sold as a souvenir
Smaller kokeshi is by Usaburo and titled "Shiawase", meaning "happiness"
Usaburo is a kokeshi workshop, also in Gunma Prefecture - with around 6 artisans in the studio, it is the largest kokeshi producer in Japan
SIZE (Approx.)
AOKI RYOKA
DIAMETER 7CM (2.8") X HEIGHT 8.3CM (3.3")
USABURO (smaller)
DIAMETER 5.5CM (2.2") X HEIGHT 7.2CM (2.8")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
220 Grams (Total for Pair)
CONDITION - GOOD
Some small scratches, patina on face from sun on the Usaburo. Some paint wearing on white florals, some spotting/discoloration of wood on the Aoki Ryoka. Overall good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
CARING FOR YOUR KOKESHI
To dust, wipe gently with a dry soft cloth
Avoid touching kokeshi with wet hands as the dye/paint may run
Recommended to keep kokeshi away from direct sunlight to avoid wood from darkening and dye/paint fading
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE KOKESHI
Pair of small egg-shaped kokeshi
Pre-loved Sousaku “Creative” Style Kokeshi (1990s~2000s)
Kokeshi with hand-painted white and orange chrysanthemums is by Aoki Ryoka, a female master artisan from Gunma Prefecture
Stamped ”Ryoka” on the base, and "Shingu" in Wakayama Prefecture on the back where this kokeshi would have been sold as a souvenir
Smaller kokeshi is by Usaburo and titled "Shiawase", meaning "happiness"
Usaburo is a kokeshi workshop, also in Gunma Prefecture - with around 6 artisans in the studio, it is the largest kokeshi producer in Japan
SIZE (Approx.)
AOKI RYOKA
DIAMETER 7CM (2.8") X HEIGHT 8.3CM (3.3")
USABURO (smaller)
DIAMETER 5.5CM (2.2") X HEIGHT 7.2CM (2.8")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
220 Grams (Total for Pair)
CONDITION - GOOD
Some small scratches, patina on face from sun on the Usaburo. Some paint wearing on white florals, some spotting/discoloration of wood on the Aoki Ryoka. Overall good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
CARING FOR YOUR KOKESHI
To dust, wipe gently with a dry soft cloth
Avoid touching kokeshi with wet hands as the dye/paint may run
Recommended to keep kokeshi away from direct sunlight to avoid wood from darkening and dye/paint fading
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE KOKESHI