Antique Japanese Doll, Guan Yu, Green Dragon Halberd
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Interesting looking Japanese theater doll, dressed as a Chinese warrior, Kan-U (Guan Yu, Chinese), a Chinese legendary figure from the Three Kingdoms era. The story of the turbulent warring period in Chinese was written by Luo Guazhong in 14th century in his famous novel "Romance of the Three Kingdoms". It became popular among the neighboring countries. In Japan, it was played in puppet doll theaters (Joruri) and Kabuki theaters in late 17th century Edo period. I believe the book was first fully translated foreign novel.
This is an unique doll in excellent condition. The head and hands are well carved and it still has the original hair and beard. Late 19C to early 20C. 11" tall on 1 1/2" stand.
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