Kokeshi Dolls

Wooden DollThis is a collection of Kokeshi dolls made in Japan from lathe turned wood. The head is on a dowel inserted loosely into the body such that it nods when moved. They are brilliantly painted and more of an ornament than a toy. Sizes vary from 3.5 to 9 in. Some date from the 1950’s.

Artist Manikin Dolls

Wooden DollThe two 13 in. artist’s manikins posed here were precision made of hardwood for adjusting in many positions. I made both outfits from a pattern specifically drafted for them. The similar manikin holding a spool doll shows its construction.

Wooden Doll

Tyrolean Couple Dolls

Wooden DollA 2.25 in. wooden Tyrolean couple can be seen inside this house plaque. They were originally made to be a lapel pin and hung together on a chain attached to a safety pin. Their arms and legs are peg jointed. The house (circa 1950) is marked, “This Plaque is a Genuine Hand Carved Item made in the Italian Alps.”