博多人形Hkata doll - Dukke - 1970–1980 - Japan

Vintage Handcrafted 博多人形Hakata Doll Beauty Figure - Traditional Japanese Craft - 昭和Showa Period (1970s-1980s)

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This vintage Hakata doll is a traditional Japanese clay figure handcrafted in Fukuoka, Japan. Hakata dolls are renowned for their elegant beauty, refined facial expressions, and meticulous hand-painted decoration, and have been designated as one of Japan’s Traditional Crafts.

This figure depicts a graceful young woman kneeling in a traditional kimono decorated with delicate floral motifs and geometric patterns accented with gold details. Her gentle expression, flowing hairstyle, and carefully modeled hands beautifully capture the quiet elegance and modesty traditionally associated with Japanese femininity.

Hakata dolls are created from fine clay, fired without glaze, coated with white gofun pigment, and individually hand-painted by skilled artisans. Their sophisticated craftsmanship has been admired internationally since receiving acclaim at the 1900 Paris Exposition.

This figure makes an attractive display piece for collectors of traditional Japanese art, Hakata dolls, or decorative ceramics.


Size
Height: 32 cm×Width: 17 cm×Depth: 19 cm


Weight
1026 g


Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and light surface wear. Please refer to the photographs for details.


Artist Profile
博多人形Hakata dolls are traditional handcrafted clay figures produced in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. Originating in the early 17th century, they are celebrated for their elegant sculptural forms, delicate facial expressions, and individually hand-painted finishes. Hakata dolls are recognized as one of Japan’s officially designated Traditional Crafts and are highly appreciated by collectors worldwide.