Large Pair of Japanese Sōsaku Kokeshi Dolls by Watanabe Masao vintage spark plug advertising with New York distribution by

with New York distribution by E

Some minor age-related discolouration to the fabric and slight loosening/loss to occasional beads and threads

bias panel

containing twenty-four coloured illustrations by C

ideal for collectors of packaging

Large Pair of Japanese Sōsaku Kokeshi Dolls by Watanabe Masao vintage spark plug advertising with New York distribution byLarge Pair of Japanese Ssaku Kokeshi Dolls by Watanabe Masao A striking large pair of Japanese Ssaku kokeshi dolls by Watanabe Masao (19172007), a well regarded mid 20th century maker. Hand turned from solid wood and finished in deep lacquered tones with subtle red detailing, these dolls have strong sculptural presence and a calm, minimalist expression typical of creative kokeshi work. Each base is signed Watanabe Masao, bears a red artists seal, and