Sosaku Kokeshi, titled "nihonbare signed by Shoei Fujikawa A/||1# (b1942- - Wood - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present) This kokeshi captures the essence of spring with its beautiful Artist: Shoei Fujikawa 藤川正衛 UZABURO 卯三郎 A kokeshi artisan from Gunma Prefecture. Residing in the blessed village of Akagi in Gunma, adorned with majestic nature and rich culture, Shoei Fujikawa dedicates himself to the creation of kokeshi dolls, embodying a profound appreciation for both nature and culture. Major Awards: Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award ('01) - National Modern Kokeshi Exhibition Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award (Twice) ('96) ('98) - All Gunma Modern Kokeshi Competition Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award (04) - All Gunma Modern Kokeshi Competition Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award (Twice) ('99) ('04) - All Japan Kokeshi Competition Minister of Transport Award (*97) - All Japan Kokeshi Competition Commissioner of the Agency for Small Major Awards: Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award ('01) - National Modern Kokeshi Exhibition Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award (Twice) ('96) ('98) - All Gunma Modern Kokeshi Competition Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award ('04) - All Gunma Modern Kokeshi Competition Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award (Twice) ('99) ('04) - All Japan Kokeshi Competition Minister of Transport Award (97) - All Japan Kokeshi Competition Commissioner of the Agency for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Award ('95) - All Gunma Modern Kokeshi Competition Dimensions: 15.5cm × 8 cm Weight: 250 g Dimensions: 26cm × 10 cm Weight: 640 g Dimensions: 18cm × 8 cm Weight: 220 g Excellent condition. Please refer to the photos for a closer look. NOITICE The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by EMS depend on the situation. It takes about 1~2weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. I appreciate your cooperation.