Stunning Large Creative 'Sosaku' Style Kokeshi Doll Signed by Sekiguchi Toa Showa Era C.1970
Rare Kokeshi by famous Toa Sekiguchi master craftsman.
“Biographical History:
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.”
Overall ok condition, with scratches mostly towards the back of the piece, reflected in the asking price.
Dimensions
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Collection London, E5. Postage available in London & the rest of UK for an additional fee.
Stunning Large Creative 'Sosaku' Style Kokeshi Doll Signed by Sekiguchi Toa Showa Era C.1970
Rare Kokeshi by famous Toa Sekiguchi master craftsman.
“Biographical History:
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.”
Overall ok condition, with scratches mostly towards the back of the piece, reflected in the asking price.
Dimensions
Height -
Width -
Check out my other listings for a wide range of asian decorative antique objects.
For more great finds follow us on socials @hoxton.antiques
Collection London, E5. Postage available in London & the rest of UK for an additional fee.
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