松毬 Matsukasa (Pinecone) Kaga Yubinuki x Kokeshi
This kokeshi pairs a matsukasa (pinecone) patterned yubinuki with wagara-style pine branches in olive green and gold. Her hairstyle is meant to mimic the shape of the pine motif and is accented with glass bead kanzashi (hair ornaments).
This kokeshi pairs a matsukasa (pinecone) patterned yubinuki with wagara-style pine branches in olive green and gold. Her hairstyle is meant to mimic the shape of the pine motif and is accented with glass bead kanzashi (hair ornaments).
This kokeshi pairs a matsukasa (pinecone) patterned yubinuki with wagara-style pine branches in olive green and gold. Her hairstyle is meant to mimic the shape of the pine motif and is accented with glass bead kanzashi (hair ornaments).
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Yubinuki: Silk thread, silk batting, cotton
Kokeshi: Painted and lacquered birch wood
Kanzashi (hair ornament): brass, glass
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Please note that although kokeshi are dolls, this kokeshi is a sculpture, not a toy, and will not stand up to rigorous play.