“Dōjo” – Creative Kokeshi by Sansaku Sekiguchi | 20,5 cm

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

This is a larger version of the well-known Dōjo design. The broad, deep black hairstyle forms an almost architectural frame around the small face and creates a striking contrast with the warm natural tone of the wood. The barely indicated eyes and tiny red mouth give her a calm and understated expression.

The body is finished in deep brown and greenish tones and decorated with finely carved, gold-coloured floral motifs. The restrained kimono-like form, graphic hairstyle and delicate decoration give the piece a highly recognisable character within Sekiguchi's work.

The underside bears the red 三作 seal, Sansaku Sekiguchi's maker's mark. This example does not include a wooden nameplate or other original accessories.

At 20.5 cm tall and weighing just over 1 kilogram, this larger version has a particularly substantial and sculptural presence.

Dimensions
Height: 20.5 cm
Weight: 1,059 g
Marking: red 三作 maker's seal on the underside

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

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