Vintage creative kokeshi doll made and signed by Ichiko Yahagi (1952-). Her title is すず風 (Suzuka) which is a girl’s name and means “Refreshing Breeze”. She’s wearing her a dark red, black and green kimono with pink sakura flowers. Her beautifully carved hair goes all the way down and has a cute little red ribbon on the back.
Ichiko Yahagi was born in Ishikawa prefecture, Kaga city in 1952. She has won many prizes for her unique and beautiful kokeshi dolls and also taught the art of kokeshi making to active artists.
In mint condition. Comes with a black wooden base and the original box.
Height: 8cm / 3.1 inches