Vintage Japanese Naruko Kokeshi Doll By Jinji Okazaki Kimono yellow-toned glaze made from iron-rich

yellow-toned glaze made from iron-rich wood ash

flared shape (hira-gata) with a pale grey glaze and fine speckling throughout

lovely soft fabric

Length: 152cm

During the intense heat of wood firing

Vintage Japanese Naruko Kokeshi Doll By Jinji Okazaki Kimono yellow-toned glaze made from iron-richA vintage Naruko kokeshi doll handcrafted by master artisan Jinji Okazaki (19292004). This namariko style piece depicts a seated child, characteristic of the Naruko tradition from Miyagi Prefecture. Hand turned and hand painted with traditional motifs, each doll reflects the artisan's distinctive technique and the cultural heritage of Japanese folk craftsmanship.