Old Japanese Hakata Doll, A Wedding Couple
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls: Pre 1960: Item # 35605
Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Dolls: Pre 1960: Item # 35605
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Hakata doll was originated by a roof tile maker in the early 17C during the construction of Fukuoka castle. Hakata is located on the Kyushu island (southern island), famous to other porcelain makers such as Satsuma, Imari, Nabeshima and Hirado. This handsom groom is 7 1/2" tall and almost in mint condition. She is 8" tall in excellent condition with some minor stains on her right arm area as shown in one of the picture.