Lot 8007
Six Elderly Couple Hakata Dolls
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Estimated Value: $200-210
Manufacturer: One has a sticker on the bottom that reads “Hakata Urasaki Dolls,” and another has a sticker that reads “Hakata Doll Association -Genuine Hakata Doll Made in Japan” and others are stamped “Made in Japan” or with numbers.
Origin: Fukuoka, Japan
Dimensions: The couple with a fish and basket measures 8x5x9 in.
Condition: Light wear and scuffs on each. some appear to be potentially missing accessories. The couple that is shaving has a little heavier cracking of its paint.
Additional Information: An assortment of traditional Japanese Hakata dolls made from fired and painted unglazed clay. These dolls are known for their soft colors and realistic expressions.
Includes various elderly couples of shapes and sizes. All couples are seats and most are engaging in some sort of task like fishing, smoking, shaving, or taking a bath. Some have more wear than others.
Hakata dolls are traditional Japanese clay dolls from the Hakata region of Fukuoka, Japan. The dolls are typically made of clay and hand painted. Hakata dolls date back over 400 years, becoming a significant craft in the Fukuoka region. Often portrays figures from daily life, folklore, or theater. They reflect Japanese life and culture and are often given as gifts or souvenirs. Hakata dolls gained popularity in the United States during and after WWII as service members returning from Japan would bring them home as souvenirs.
Lot details
- Lot
- 8007
- Closed
- July 18, 2025
