Miyajima Muhitsu Vintage Kokeshi Doll (18cm/7 inches)

This vintage Kokeshi doll was made & signed by Master Miyajima Muhitsu (1929~). Her body is carved all around giving her a very unique texture and she has simple decorations in dark turquoise and red.

Master Miyajma Muhitsu was born in 1929 in Yamagata prefecture. Surrounded by local traditional kokeshi artists he first trained and made traditional kokeshi though in 1950 started making he made the shift to creative kokeshi. A multiple award winner, Miyajima-san won the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award in 1973.

In great condition.

Height: 18cm / 7 inches