{"product_id":"genji-imaizumi-kokeshi","title":"Genji Imaizumi Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Doll Signed 18 Inch Traditional Japanese Wooden Folk Art Figure","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis signed Genji Imaizumi Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Doll is an 18 inch traditional Japanese wooden folk art figure handcrafted in the Tsuchiyu style of Fukushima Prefecture and hand signed on the base by the artisan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its tall cylindrical body, expressive smiling face, and hand painted lathe turned striping, this larger display piece reflects one of Japan's best known regional Kokeshi traditions. Its substantial size makes it a striking shelf or cabinet display for collectors of Japanese folk art and handcrafted wooden objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Kokeshi doll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand turned wooden folk art doll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turned and painted wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wood, red, black, gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand signed on base. 土湯 (Tsuchiyu). 今泉源治 作 (Made by Genji Imaizumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsuchiyu style Kokeshi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-home-decor\" title=\"Traditional Japanese folk art\"\u003eTraditional Japanese folk art\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches tall. Head 5 inches long and approximately 4 inches diameter. Body 13 1\/2 inches tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand signed base, removable head, lathe turned stripe decoration, smiling hand painted face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Displays beautifully with light signs of careful age and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal painted decoration remains bright with attractive gloss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwritten artisan signature is present and legible on the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood grain is attractive throughout the figure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight finish wear and scattered surface scuffs are visible under close inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor finish wear is visible on the top of the head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall age related marks are present but no cracks or repairs were found in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsuchiyu Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional regional styles of Japanese folk art and are known for their elegant proportions and lathe turned decorative striping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis signed example will appeal to collectors of Japanese folk art, Kokeshi dolls, and handcrafted wooden sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature of Genji Imaizumi makes this piece especially worth noticing because collectors often seek dolls made by recognized artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts larger 18 inch size gives it an impressive display presence while preserving the clean, simple character that makes traditional Kokeshi so enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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