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Antique Japanese Ichimatsu Doll, GoFun Head, Kimono Clad Figure

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Start price: CAD $50

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Description

Japanese Ichimatsu-style doll with molded gofun (chalk) head, inset glass eyes, and short black hair, dressed in a patterned kimono with woven obi. The figure is constructed with a composition head and fabric body, typical of early 20th-century Japanese dolls.

Details
Origin: Japan
Date: Early to mid 20th century
Material: Gofun head, cloth body, glass eyes
Height: 9.5 in (24 cm)
Condition: Missing thumb; hair loss and wear; overall age-related wear to costume and surface

Condition report:

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