Kokeshi Doll by Kazumi Fujikawa – Haru ichiban (30cm/11.8 inches)

Haru Ichiban is the first warm spring winds that come from the south and bring an official end to the cold winter.
This doll captures it brilliantly with the wind blowing through the doll’s hair and willow (nekoyanagi/Salix gracilistyla) decorations in addition to the warm wood tone.

Kazumi Fujikawa was born in 1951 in Akagi village, Gunma prefecture. He has won multiple awards for his beautiful kokeshi dolls which emphasize the warmth of the natural wood color and its grain.

In mint condition. Comes with its original box, wooden sign and wooden base.

Height: 30cm / 11.8 inches