Japanese Geisha Clay Doll Wabi Sabi Handmade Antique Hakata Kyoto Vintage Blue

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Japanese Clay Statue Doll Geisha Maiko Waiting: Antique
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Description
This early 20th century (pre-war) piece of folk art or mingei sculpture is a
low fired ceramic bisque finish doll
of a standing and waiting young Geisha Maiko - ‘Waiting by the bridge’.*
Beneath the layers of patina is a tightly wrapped Maiko wearing a
Kimono, Obi and an outer robe.
Wonderful expressive facial features. The realistic features and crisp detail of painting reflect the skill and artistry of the craftsman. Details on the clothing, hair styling details.
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The Gion Tatsumi Bridge is often called the most picturesque place in the historic geisha district of Gion. The bridge is popular with tourists these days because a scene from the movie
Memoirs of a Geisha
evoked this exact location (it was actually filmed on set in LA).
Wearing a Kimono and Obi and all the accompanying accessories
Holding a traditional Japanese small drum used in dancing in her left hand
Standing by the Tatsumi bridge on a spring evening
The vibrant colors and floral pattern on the kimono suggest a spring evening
Wonderful expressive facial features
The realistic features and crisp detail of painting reflect the skill and artistry of the craftsman.
Details on the clothing, hair styling details, footwear
The original label on the underside dates this as pre-war
Approximate Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 4inch
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