A vintage minimalist sōsaku kokeshi captures a unique mid-century aesthetic, blending whimsy and simplicity in a slender silhouette. The doll’s body is painted in a deep navy blue, accented by a crisp red and white stripe.
The doll’s expression is serene and dreamlike, with half-closed eyes, a small, knowing smile, and stylized hair. A subtle starburst motif adorns one side of the head, adding a playful, almost comic-like touch.
Created around1970s, this piece is a lovely example of the creativity that defines the sōsaku (creative) kokeshi tradition, where individual artists express emotion, fashion, and character in their own signature style, outside the bounds of traditional kokeshi forms.
