Figurine - Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi Pop "Bakushū" (Tarwe-oogst) – Okamoto Usaburo (27 cm) volkskunst - EU - Wood

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Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi pop titled "Bakushū" (Tarwe-oogst) designed and handmade by Usaburo Okamoto (1917–2009) in Japan, dating to 1970–1980, carved from dark wood with gold harvest motifs, height 26 cm, width 9 cm, depth 9 cm, in excellent vintage condition with the original red atelier label intact.

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Stunning and rare large Japanese Sosaku (creative) Kokeshi doll with the poetic title "Bakushū" (麦秋), which means "Wheat Autumn" or "Wheat Harvest." This iconic masterwork was designed and handmade by the legendary craftsman Okamoto Usaburo (1917–2009), founder of the famous Usaburo Kokeshi Studio in Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

This example dates from the 1970s/1980s and is in beautiful vintage condition. The body is made of deep, dark-stained wood with a stunning natural grain. Using a refined woodcarving and pyrography technique (wood burning), detailed gold-colored wheat stalks have been applied, symbolizing the early summer breeze and a rich harvest. The serene, minimalist facial expression and the characteristic round hairstyle are typical of Usaburo's recognizable style.

On the underside is the original, bright red paper atelier label from Usaburo, still completely intact and perfectly legible, which absolutely guarantees authenticity.

Condition: Beautiful vintage condition with minimal signs of aging. Gorgeous gloss and a fully intact red makers label on the underside. See photos for an accurate personal impression

There are no customs duties for shipments within the European Union!

The item will be carefully packed and shipped.

Please note that the packaging was done by a private seller and not by a professional service, so perfect packaging quality cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.

Stunning and rare large Japanese Sosaku (creative) Kokeshi doll with the poetic title "Bakushū" (麦秋), which means "Wheat Autumn" or "Wheat Harvest." This iconic masterwork was designed and handmade by the legendary craftsman Okamoto Usaburo (1917–2009), founder of the famous Usaburo Kokeshi Studio in Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

This example dates from the 1970s/1980s and is in beautiful vintage condition. The body is made of deep, dark-stained wood with a stunning natural grain. Using a refined woodcarving and pyrography technique (wood burning), detailed gold-colored wheat stalks have been applied, symbolizing the early summer breeze and a rich harvest. The serene, minimalist facial expression and the characteristic round hairstyle are typical of Usaburo's recognizable style.

On the underside is the original, bright red paper atelier label from Usaburo, still completely intact and perfectly legible, which absolutely guarantees authenticity.

Condition: Beautiful vintage condition with minimal signs of aging. Gorgeous gloss and a fully intact red makers label on the underside. See photos for an accurate personal impression

There are no customs duties for shipments within the European Union!

The item will be carefully packed and shipped.

Please note that the packaging was done by a private seller and not by a professional service, so perfect packaging quality cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Style
Vintage
Title
Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi Pop "Bakushū" (Tarwe-oogst) – Okamoto Usaburo (27 cm) volkskunst - EU
Country of origin
Japan
Designer/artist/maker
Usaburo
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
26 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
BelgiumVerified
1143
Objects sold
97.78%
Private

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