Figure - Japanese geisha - Textile - Japan (No reserve price)
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Japanese textile Ningyo doll depicting a geisha, dating to the mid to late 20th century (approximately 1960s–1980s), with a layered silk kimono, mounted on a black wooden display stand, dimensions 24 cm wide by 45 cm high by 21 cm deep, weight 850 g, in excellent condition.
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# Vintage Japanese Geisha Ningyo Doll in Layered Silk Kimono – 20th Century Showcase Piece
Up for auction is a beautifully crafted, traditional Japanese ningyo (doll) depicting an elegant geisha or court lady. This striking decorative piece features an meticulously styled, elaborate traditional coiffure adorned with delicate metallic floral hairpins and ornaments.
She is dressed in magnificent, multi-layered silk vestments, highlighted by an outer robe featuring a rich brown and metallic gold brocade pattern that contrasts beautifully against a vibrant red under-kimono. The doll is affixed to its original, polished rectangular black wooden display stand.
A spectacular decorative accent or addition to any collection of Asian art and vintage textiles.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with crisp fabric colors and intact hair ornamentation (please review high-resolution photos for close-up details).
- Provenance: Authentic mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese craftsmanship.
# Vintage Japanese Geisha Ningyo Doll in Layered Silk Kimono – 20th Century Showcase Piece
Up for auction is a beautifully crafted, traditional Japanese ningyo (doll) depicting an elegant geisha or court lady. This striking decorative piece features an meticulously styled, elaborate traditional coiffure adorned with delicate metallic floral hairpins and ornaments.
She is dressed in magnificent, multi-layered silk vestments, highlighted by an outer robe featuring a rich brown and metallic gold brocade pattern that contrasts beautifully against a vibrant red under-kimono. The doll is affixed to its original, polished rectangular black wooden display stand.
A spectacular decorative accent or addition to any collection of Asian art and vintage textiles.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with crisp fabric colors and intact hair ornamentation (please review high-resolution photos for close-up details).
- Provenance: Authentic mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese craftsmanship.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
850 g
Title
Japanese geisha
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Textile
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
45 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
21 cm
Depiction/theme
Geisha
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980
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