
Yamanaka Sanpei
(1926-)
(1926-)
Yamanaka Sanpei (1926-2012) who won over 20 awards for his kokeshi dolls including the prestigious “Prime Minister Award” in 1979. Sanpei’s inspiration for kokeshi doll designs often come from children’s innocence and amazement of the world surrounding them. Besides making kokeshi dolls, Sanpei san is also a talented photographer and he has won multiple awards for his pictures in the 1960’s.
Awards
Vintage Creative Kokeshi
Vintage Kokeshi Dolls by Yamanaka Sanpei (18-22cm/7-8.6 inches)
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Exclusive Vintage Kokeshi Doll by Yamanaka Sanpei – Sekishun (22cm/8.6 inches)
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Pair Vintage Kokeshi Dolls by Yamanaka Sanpei (11.5cm/4.3 inches)
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Vintage Kokeshi Doll Set by Yamanaka Sanpei (13-15cm/5.1-5.9 inches)
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Huge Vintage Kokeshi Doll Set by Yamanaka Sanpei – Omokage (46cm/18.1 inches)
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Vintage Kokeshi Doll Set by Yamanaka Sanpei – Yuyake (20cm/7.8 inches)
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Tall Vintage Kokeshi Doll by Yamanaka Sanpei (30cm/11.8 inches)
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