“Dōjo” – Creative Kokeshi by Sansaku Sekiguchi | 16 cm

This creative kokeshi by Sansaku Sekiguchi bears the title "Dōjo" (童女), a Japanese term referring to a young girl.

The design is compact yet remarkably expressive. A broad, deep black hairstyle almost completely frames the small face, creating a striking contrast with the warm natural tone of the wood. Simple facial features and a tiny red mouth give her a calm and understated expression.

The body is finished in deep blue-green tones and decorated with delicate gold-coloured floral motifs. The restrained kimono-like form, graphic hairstyle and warm accents give the piece an elegant appearance that is highly characteristic of Sansaku Sekiguchi.

The reverse bears Sansaku Sekiguchi's gold-coloured signature.

This example is offered without the wooden nameplate that has survived with some examples of Dōjo.

Dimensions
Height: 16 cm
Weight: 475 g
Signature: gold-coloured maker's signature on the reverse

Discover more about the meaning and history of Creative Kokeshi in our Tamashii Guide.

Every vintage piece in our collection has its own story and bears the marks of its past. Please examine the photographs carefully for an honest impression of its condition and any signs of age or use.