This is a charming pair of creative kokeshi dolls (sōsaku kokeshi), featuring warm, expressive faces and beautifully hand-painted landscapes on their wooden bodies. Unlike traditional kokeshi from specific regions, creative kokeshi are made freely by each artist, allowing for more personal expression in both form and decoration. The larger doll displays a relaxed, peaceful expression and is adorned with a colorful hand-painted mountain landscape accompanied by poetic calligraphy. The inscription includes the name “Nasu Onsen”, a famous hot-spring area in Japan, suggesting that this piece was originally made as a local artisan work or souvenir, carrying the atmosphere of Japanese spa culture. The smaller doll also features a gentle, minimalist expression and a landscape painted in ink and soft colors, with handwritten characters adding a nostalgic touch. Both dolls show the warm character of aged natural wood and the unique brushwork typical of mid-20th-century Japanese folk craft. These kokeshi make a delightful interior accent and an authentic piece of Japanese folk art, perfect for collectors who appreciate individuality, hand-painted details, and charming expressions. Artist Information These dolls are creative (sōsaku) kokeshi, produced by an anonymous local artisan rather than belonging to a traditional school. Creative kokeshi became popular in Japan from the mid-20th century onward, allowing artists to freely design facial expressions, shapes, and painted motifs. They are valued today for their originality and the warmth of handmade craftsmanship. Size Large doll: approx. 22 × 10 × 10 cm, 650 g Small doll: approx. 14 × 5 × 5 cm, 116 g Condition: (Please refer to the photos for details) - This is a vintage / pre-owned item. - Due to age and previous use, there may be signs of wear such as scratches, stains, discoloration, or creases. - Please note that vintage items may have a distinctive smell due to long-term storage or materials used. Sensitivity to such odors may vary from person to person and from country to country. - We try to describe the condition as accurately as possible, but perceptions may differ depending on individual standards. - Colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor or lighting when the photos were taken. - Please purchase only if you understand and appreciate the unique characteristics of vintage items. Shipping The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by mainly Japan Post or DHL depend on the situation. It will be shipped from Japan, so it takes about 2-3 weeks to receive normally. Please understand that we use recycled materials (cardboard, old newspapers, etc.) as much as possible for packaging materials in order to protect the environment. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customs or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer their contact. If you don't, the parcel will be returned to us and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. Thank you for your cooperation.