Lot of 12 Large Kokeshi Dolls Naruko Hand-painted Wood Japan

Beautiful lot of 12 kokeshi dolls, made of turned wood, hand-painted with flowers and lines, a combination of sakunami, yamagata, zao and naruko kokeshi dolls, japan, they are signed and dated at the bottom by the maker, ranging from 1965- 1976. This lot contains 12 exceptional kokeshi dolls, they come in various sizes, the largest in this lot is over 36cm high, the smallest 12cm! Specific areas have different types of kokeshi, they can be roughly divided into 11 different types, each with a distinctive shape or style. These dolls are very popular with collectors, they are also said to bring good luck, which makes them extra popular! Very nice objects to decorate a children's room or living room. What exactly are kokeshi dolls. Kokeshi originate from japan and are simple wooden dolls without arms or legs that have been made as children's toys for over 150 years. Hand-turned from wood, they have a simple body and head with a few thin, painted lines to define the face. The body often has floral and ring designs. This beautiful collection is in good vintage condition, some have faded body drawings, some others have stains and superficial scratches, but they still look fantastic, check the photos for more details! Dimensions: the smallest kokeshi measures 12 cm high, the largest measures 36.5 cm high. Diameter of the head ranges from 4 to 9.5 cm, diameter of the body ranges from 2.5 to 6 cm. Weight: 5.4kg together. Please contact us regarding shipping costs if your country is not listed among the shipping options, shipping possible worldwide!.