Lot 8029
Four Hakata Dolls
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Estimated Value: $150-210
Manufacturer: The dolls do not have maker sticker or stamps on the bottom other than the girl who has a sticker on her base that reads “CPC Made in Hong Kong.”
Origin: Japan or Hong Kong
Dimensions: The man with the fish doll measures 7.5×4.5×13.5 in.
Condition: Light wear and scuffs on each. Heavy chipping of the paint is off of the man with the fish’s hat and his accessory in his hand is missing. The two child Hakata dolls also have some chips and wear, the boy having chips on his head, and the girl is missing an accessory in her hand.
Additional Information: Includes a man holding a large dish Hakata doll he wears a traditional outfit and is smiling towards the viewer. Also includes two pale children-like Hakata figures in traditional kimono attire, the girl holds a citrus branch, and the boy stands with hands by his sides, both are attached to stands. Lastly includes a male Hakata figure with a wooden hammer in his hand and a sack over his shoulder.
This assortment of traditional Japanese Hakata dolls is made from fired and painted unglazed clay. These dolls are known for their soft colors and realistic expressions.
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
- 8029
- Closed
- July 18, 2025
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