Timeless Vintage japanese creative kokeshi doll, handcrafted elegans by Toa Sekiguchi, (from the private collection of a Portuguese collector) Сharming vintage Japanese creative doll, beautifully handcrafted and full of character. A wonderful addition for collectors of Japanese art, kokeshi enthusiasts, or lovers of unique handmade pieces. Condition: The doll is in perfect condition. Of museum quality. Please look at the photos carefully. Size Height: Approximately 18 cm Width: Approximately 7 cm Depth: Approximately 7 cm Original box and signature on wooden plate included Artist Profile: Son of Sansaku, Toa was born in Shibukawa City, Gunma-ken, and still lives and works there with his family, all of whom create Sosaku Kokeshi. Winner of many awards, he received the Ministry of International Trade Industry Award in 1978-9. Since then he has won the Prime Minister’s Award, one named Kaze ni Fukarete, and two others one named Utage and a third Chikurin are marked with his script signature and the note: “Naikaku-soridaijinsho jyushu sakka”, Several others received respected commendations. Toa and his wife operate their own Kokeshi studio, where they continue to create award-winning Kokeshi. No hidden import duties for EU.