Usaburo - 卯三郎 - Statue, Kantsubaki Large Sosaku Kokeshi Wood Showa Period - 24 cm - Wood

The Usaburo 卯三郎 Statue, specifically the Kantsubaki Large Sosaku Kokeshi, is a distinctive piece of Japanese folk art originating from the Showa period. Kokeshi dolls are traditional Japanese wooden figures characterized by their simple, limbless bodies and enlarged heads, often hand-painted with floral or geometric motifs. The Sosaku Kokeshi style refers to "creative kokeshi", crafted by individual artisans who imbue each doll with unique artistic expression beyond traditional templates. The Kantsubaki design likely depicted camellia flowers, which are culturally significant in Japan, symbolizing admiration and perfection. Standing 24 cm tall, this wooden sculpture represents a blend of craftsmanship and cultural symbolism typical of Showa-era creativity, making it both a collectible folk art item and a window into postwar Japanese vernacular aesthetics.