【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This Showa period Japanese doll depicts a graceful geisha performing a ceremonial drum dance, dressed in a luxurious long-sleeved kimono designed around the auspicious fan motif. Fans are traditionally associated with growth, expansion, and prosperity, as their shape widens outward, symbolising a future that continues to open and flourish. The vivid red kimono is richly decorated with fan-shaped panels filled with seasonal flowers such as cherry blossoms and chrysanthemums, representing renewal, longevity, and refinement. Flowing water motifs appear throughout the design, symbolising continuity, harmony, and enduring happiness, making this an especially celebratory and auspicious composition. The doll holds an elegant hand drum, reinforcing the sense of movement and rhythm captured in this moment of dance. Her traditional coiffure is adorned with elaborate hair ornaments, including silver dangling ornaments and floral decorations inspired by wisteria, conveying both elegance and the refined beauty associated with stage performance. The doll is securely mounted on a black lacquered wooden base, providing stability and a dignified presentation suitable for display. There are minor scuffs consistent with age. A small amount of fine wood powder may occasionally emerge from inside the figure. The drum shows slight yellowing, and there is visible adhesive residue around the hands. Overall, the doll remains in good to very good used condition. The colours of the costume are exceptionally vibrant, and the face is in very good condition. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 49 cm W 29 cm D 24 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!