Vintage Okamoto Usaburo “Poetry of the Four Seasons” (Shiki no Uta) Kokeshi Doll Set
Offered is a complete vintage set of four handcrafted Japanese Sosaku Kokeshi dolls from the renowned “Poetry of the Four Seasons” (Shiki no Uta) series by master artisan Okamoto Usaburo.
Each doll represents one of the four seasons through beautifully executed hand-painted imagery:
🍁 Autumn – Maple leaves
🌸 Spring – Blossoming floral kimono
☀️ Summer – Dragonfly with lush greenery
🌊 Winter – Waves and winter landscape
These creative (Sosaku) kokeshi are known for their smooth egg-shaped form, minimalist facial expressions, and artistic interpretation of the changing seasons. Okamoto Usaburo’s work is highly regarded among collectors of Japanese folk art and modern kokeshi.
Included
* Complete set of four dolls
* Original artist seals present
* No display stand, wooden plaque, or original box very good vintage condition.
Each doll displays light age-appropriate handling wear including minor surface marks consistent with careful display.
Please note:
* Small paint chips and finish wear are present on portions of the black lacquered hair (see photographs).
* Minor scuffs and light scratches from age
* No major cracks or repairs observed.
Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the item description and accurately represent the condition of this vintage set.
The dolls will be individually protected and professionally packed to ensure safe arrival.
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