Early 20th Century Japanese Hand-Painted Kokeshi Doll objects He studied in London at

He studied in London at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design from 1994 to 1998

Designed by Sorensen Henning and manufactured by Danex in the 1960s

Designed by Rolf Middelboe & Gorm Lindum

light yellow and orange

You cannot see them through the coloured glass

Early 20th Century Japanese Hand-Painted Kokeshi Doll objects He studied in London atOriginated in north eastern Japan, Japanese hand painted Kokeshi dolls, date from the early 20th century. Each one is hand carved and uniquely decorated making every one different from another. Originally intended to be given as a token gift to show love and friendship but were also bought as souvenirs and presents for visitors of the hot springs of the region Togatta in Zao. The dolls are known by their simple smooth trunks which lack arms or legs