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JAPONISME STYLE

In the late 19th and early 20th century, France developed an enduring passion for Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship. Not only did this interpretation of Japanese culture — which became known as Japonisme — infuse fresh energy into French art and design, but it also radically transformed how Europeans, and subsequently the world, would come to understand visual culture.

Until 1853, Japan had been closely guarded against foreign visitors for over two centuries. However, American Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed into Japan that year and initiated the first of its treaties with the United States and Europe, thereby opening its borders and giving the West its first-ever look at Japanese design.

For the next few decades, taken with Japonisme, sophisticated collectors in Paris, New York and elsewhere gorged themselves on lacquered screens, celadon ceramics and netsuke ornaments, along with artworks depicting various aspects of Japanese life. The East Asian country’s influence on Europe, particularly France, contributed to one of the most creatively prosperous periods in history, leaving an imprint on the Impressionist, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, and inspiring artists like Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh as well as luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès. Japonisme emerged at the time when the ornate Renaissance Revival style was the most prominent mode of decorating in Europe, and Japanese aesthetics seemed strikingly modern and elegant in comparison.

In addition to everyday practical objects from Japan, such as vases, tableware and decorative boxes, Japanese art, especially Japanese woodblock prints by masters of the ukiyo-e school, caught the eye of many artists — particularly those in the Art Nouveau poster community in 1880s Paris. The luscious organic colors associated with traditional Japanese design, motifs like cherry blossoms and carp and the vivid patterns found in woodblock prints, silks and more were adopted and appropriated by painters as well as ceramicists and those working in other fields of the decorative arts. Today, demand for Japanese lacquerware — furniture, trays, writing boxes, screens, incense burners — from the Edo period (1615–1868) and the late 19th century continues to be very strong among collectors.

Find a collection of antique Japonisme furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Style: Japonisme

Mr Fox The Magician Blowing Magical Bubbles working Tin Toy by Yonezawa of Japan

$561Sale Price|20% Off

Mr Fox The Magician Blowing Magical Bubbles working Tin Toy by Yonezawa of Japan

Located in Reading, Berkshire

"Mr Fox The Magician" Blowing Magical Bubbles Collectible Tin Toy Brightly coloured 1960's tin toy from Japan, made by the manufacturer Yonezawa Sold without box. Takes D batteries to operate. These will not be sent with item due to postal restrictions. Yonezawa Toys...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Vintage Kokeshi Doll, Handcrafted Wood, Japonisme Style, Japan 1987

$250

Vintage Kokeshi Doll, Handcrafted Wood, Japonisme Style, Japan 1987

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Kokeshi or Kokashi doll handmade by Japanese artisans from wood. The dolls have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head. One characteristic of Kokeshi dolls is their lack of arms and legs. signed underneath as follow. Kokashi Doll Kegon Waterfall Japan 1987. Kokeshi (???, ???), are simple wooden Japanese dolls with no arms or legs that have been crafted for more than 150 years as a toy for...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190

$2,900

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of the First Emperor, Jimmu, Ca. 190

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Period Gosho Ningyô of Jimmu, the First Emperor of Japan, Ca. 1900 DIMENSIONS: Height: 8.5 inches Widt...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Ceramic

Japanese Meiji Porcelain Figurine of Boy Holding a Green Whistle Bird, Ca. 1890

$1,800

Japanese Meiji Porcelain Figurine of Boy Holding a Green Whistle Bird, Ca. 1890

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Porcelain Figurine of a Boy Holding a Green Whistle Bird, Ca. 1890 Meiji Period (1868-1912) DIMENSIONS Height: 8 inches Length: 7 inches Depth: 6.5 inches

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Art Deco Showa Period Hakata Ningyô of a Boy Holding a Fish, Ca. 1920

$400

Japanese Art Deco Showa Period Hakata Ningyô of a Boy Holding a Fish, Ca. 1920

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Art Deco Showa Period Hakata Ningyô of a Boy Holding a Fish, Ca. 1920 Signed on the bottom. DIMENSIONS 8” high x 7.5” wide ...

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1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Ceramic

Midcentury Friction Tin Litho Soft Top Toy Car Fiat 600 by Bandai Japan

$525

H 3 in W 6.75 in D 3 in

Midcentury Friction Tin Litho Soft Top Toy Car Fiat 600 by Bandai Japan

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous and in near mint condition Fiat 600 with a rollback cloth convertible top. From a lot of seventeen that were probably stored from day one, and never played with. Made by Ban...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Llardo Madame Butterfly Japanese Geisha Figurine, Signed and Dated

$375

H 11.75 in W 5.75 in D 4 in

Llardo Madame Butterfly Japanese Geisha Figurine, Signed and Dated

Located in Plainview, NY

A 1970's Lladro figurine of a Madame Butterfly Japanese Geisha holding a fan. The figurine is signed by the maker and dated 1978. The figurine is numbe...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain

Modern Creative Kokeshi Doll by Hideo Ishihara, Japan

$325

H 5 in Dm 4 in

Modern Creative Kokeshi Doll by Hideo Ishihara, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Rare Modern creative Kokeshi doll by Hideo Ishihara, Japan This rare whimsical sosaku kokeshi was created and signed by the award winning master, Hid...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Six Kobe Toys, Japanese, Meiji Period, circa 1895

$1,675

H 6.63 in W 3 in D 3 in

Six Kobe Toys, Japanese, Meiji Period, circa 1895

By Kobe Toys

Located in Incline Village, NV

Kobe Toys are very mysterious and not much is known about them. They were created and hand made, strictly for tourists and foreigners (never exported) during ...

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Ebony

The Peoples of North America, the Japanese Americans

$29

H 9.5 in W 7.5 in D 0.75 in

The Peoples of North America, the Japanese Americans

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

The peoples of North America, the Japanese Americans. Discusses the history, culture, and religion of the Japanese, factors encouraging their emigra...

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20th Century American Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Paper

Tin Toy, Bear with Tambourine

$620

H 9.45 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in

Tin Toy, Bear with Tambourine

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Tin toy, Bear with tambourine, not working, to be restored, very decorative. Measures: H: 24 cm, W: 19 cm, D: 19 cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm pro...

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20th Century French Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Seldom seen 1920s Art Deco Light-Up Crusifix

$1,780

H 21 in W 14 in D 4 in

Seldom seen 1920s Art Deco Light-Up Crusifix

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen 1920s Art Deco Light-Up Crusifix .. Stunning depiction.. wonderful detail,,Incrusted rhinestones,, Pat. 1924..25. Comes with original...

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1920s American Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890

$1,015Sale Price|25% Off

H 15.75 in Dm 7.88 in

Ichimatsu Ningyo Doll from Japan Around 1890

Located in Hamburg, DE

Ichimatsu Ningyo doll is a Japanese shell limestone doll from the Meiji period. The doll body as well as the head, forearms, hands, legs and feet are made...

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Limestone

Pair of Art Deco Nightstands, France circa 1920

$1,579

H 25.2 in W 19.69 in D 12.8 in

Pair of Art Deco Nightstands, France circa 1920

Located in Greding, DE

Elegant pair of mirrored-design nightstands from the French Art Deco period, circa 1920. Each cabinet features a door with a nickel-plated ball handle and two internal shelves. The r...

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1920s Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

$895

H 0.25 in W 2.5 in D 3 in

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

By William Hair Haseler

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Period, sterling silver cigarette case, engine turned in design and having a gilded interior, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1933, William Hair Hasseler, Ltd.- mak...

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1930s English Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare 911 Porsche Friction Tin Toy by Bandai Toy Co. Made in Japan Circa 1960's

$1,200

H 3.25 in W 4 in D 10.25 in

Rare 911 Porsche Friction Tin Toy by Bandai Toy Co. Made in Japan Circa 1960's

Located in Incline Village, NV

Offered here is a whitish/cream colored friction tin toy 911 Porsche circa 1960's, marked at the bottom; "Porsche" in addition to the Bandai Toy Company logo embossed, along with "Made in Japan" designation being noted. The Bandai Toy Company is a post war toy company established in Taito, Japan circa 1950 and is still conducting business today, albeit, it has shifted from toy manufacturing to video toy accessories. This is a very rare toy and is coveted by collectors of both toys and fast cars. Except for the odd and minor scratch here and there, the toy is in very nice, all original condition with absolutely no restoration or touch up to the paint or mechanism (see images). The action and friction functionality works well (see video). Motor and engine mechanics and nomenclature are colorfully displayed through the plastic rear trunk window (see image); while the colorful interior can be seen through the side window. Car is all tin, with rubber tires and plastic windows. Dimensions: 10 1/4" long x 4" wide x 3 1/4" high. Priced competitively; note that this toy doesn't become available very often and the few that have turned up in recent years , don't work and are several hundred dollars more than mine. Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the authenticity of antique and vintage toys; important considering fakes and reproductions in the marketplace it would behoove an enterprising collector, dealer, or decorator to take advantage of the opportunity to buy as many of the vintage tin...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Antique Venetian Carved Grotto Rocking Chair, ca. 1890

$24,860

H 39.38 in W 26.78 in D 43.31 in

Antique Venetian Carved Grotto Rocking Chair, ca. 1890

Located in Berghuelen, DE

An antique handcarved Venetian rocking chair in grotto design. Seat and backrest in the shape of sea shells, backrest supported by a sea horse. ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Nike SR-7 Space Rocket Friction Tin Toy N Mint in Box Working Japan 1960's

$220

H 2.38 in W 7.5 in D 2.75 in

Nike SR-7 Space Rocket Friction Tin Toy N Mint in Box Working Japan 1960's

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A fantastic vintage Nike Space Rocket tin friction toy, manufactured by Masuya of Japan and dating from the mid-20th century. Measuring just under 8 ...

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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Showa-Period Japanese Samurai Armor (Yoroi), with Paulownia Crest, Post-WWII

$9,500 / set

H 71 in W 22 in D 12 in

Showa-Period Japanese Samurai Armor (Yoroi), with Paulownia Crest, Post-WWII

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Showa-Period Japanese Samurai Armor with Paulownia Crest, Post-WWII Diplomatic Gift A complete suit of Japanese samurai armor (yoroi), crafted in the Showa period (post-World War II...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal, Brass

1920's Art Deco Period MD Initials Silver Cigarette or Namecard Case by Hermés.

$631Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.4 in W 3.15 in D 1.97 in

1920's Art Deco Period MD Initials Silver Cigarette or Namecard Case by Hermés.

By Hermès

Located in Trieste, IT

Rectangular cigarette Case by Hermés, signed and marked on both sides ( see hallmarks on photos ) The case is in solid silver with enamel linear decoration. 20 century 1st half, Art...

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1920s German Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Previously Available Items

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920

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H 9.5 in W 5 in D 6 in

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Kimikomi Ningyô Doll by Important Artist Jinku-ru, Ca. 1920 DIMENSIONS: Height: 9.5 inches Width: 5 inches ABOUT This exquisite Kimikomi Ningyo doll by Jinku-ru, a recog...

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1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Pair of rare Sosaku Kokeshi, Japan, 1970s

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H 11.82 in Dm 5.12 in

Pair of rare Sosaku Kokeshi, Japan, 1970s

Located in Lyon, FR

Beautiful pair of big size Sosaku Kokeshi, made in the 1970s by great Kokeshi masters, each have been awarded prizes by the Primer Minister of Japan. Hand-carved and hand-painted, th...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Spring Day Kokeshi by Fumio Tomidokoro, Japan, 1980s

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H 9.06 in Dm 4.53 in

Spring Day Kokeshi by Fumio Tomidokoro, Japan, 1980s

Located in Lyon, FR

Spring Day Kokeshi made in the 1980s by Fumio Tomidokoro. A pretty kokeshi with colorful decorations, a lovely haircut detail and a perfect size. Its master is still working today. G...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Spring Scene Kokeshi by Shunyo, Japan, 1970s

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H 10.83 in Dm 3.15 in

Spring Scene Kokeshi by Shunyo, Japan, 1970s

Located in Lyon, FR

Spring Scene Kokeshi made by Shunyo in the 1970-80s. Looking alike traditional kokeshi but also creative thanks to this gorgeous pattern of delicate flowers, recalling Springtime. Ve...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Kokeshi Mushin or Innocence, small size, by Masao Watanabe, Japan, 1969

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H 8.08 in Dm 2.76 in

Kokeshi Mushin or Innocence, small size, by Masao Watanabe, Japan, 1969

Located in Lyon, FR

Kokeshi "Mushin" or Innocence, small size, made in 1969 by Masao Watanabe, one of the most famous Kokeshi masters, Mushin model being one of his most iconic designs. Adorable with it...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Mushin or Innocence Kokeshi, by Masai Watanabe, Japan, 1969

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H 11.62 in Dm 3.94 in

Pair of Mushin or Innocence Kokeshi, by Masai Watanabe, Japan, 1969

Located in Lyon, FR

Beautiful and super cute pair of Mushin or Innocence Kokeshi, made in 1969 by Masao Watanabe, one of the most famous Kokeshi masters. Mushin is one of his most iconic designs and we ...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Kokeshi Mushin or Innocence, by Masao Watanabe, Japan, 1969

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H 11.62 in Dm 3.94 in

Kokeshi Mushin or Innocence, by Masao Watanabe, Japan, 1969

Located in Lyon, FR

Kokeshi "Mushin" or Innocence, tall size, made in 1969 by Masao Watanabe, one of the most famous Kokeshi masters, Mushin model being one of his most iconic designs. Adorable with its...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Creative Kokeshi by Usaburo, Japan, 1990s

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H 3.75 in Dm 11.23 in

Pair of Creative Kokeshi by Usaburo, Japan, 1990s

Located in Lyon, FR

Beautiful pair of Creative Kokeshi made in the 1990 by Usaburo. Colorful and creative designs, with this peculiar haircut that is almost Usaburo's signature. They have been each one ...

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1990s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Minimalist Kokeshi, made in Japan, 1960-70s

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H 9.45 in Dm 2.76 in

Pair of Minimalist Kokeshi, made in Japan, 1960-70s

Located in Lyon, FR

Beautiful pair of Sosaku Kokeshi from the 1960-70s, with a beautiful wood grain. First one, "old man" has been made by Aida Seihou, aka Harumine in the 1960s, he was one of the pione...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Minimalist Kokeshi attributed to Muhitsu Miyajima, Japan, 1970s

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H 9.45 in Dm 2.76 in

Minimalist Kokeshi attributed to Muhitsu Miyajima, Japan, 1970s

Located in Lyon, FR

Minimalist Kokeshi, attributed to Muhitsu Miyajima, made in the 1970s. With its simplistic design, and its moveable head, it is perfect to be paired with our "Old Man Kokeshi", featu...

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Minimalist kokeshi by Aida Seihou "Harumine, Japan, 1960s

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H 8.86 in Dm 3.55 in

Minimalist kokeshi by Aida Seihou "Harumine, Japan, 1960s

Located in Lyon, FR

Minimalist Kokeshi, made in the 1960s by Aida Seihou, aka Harumine, one of the pioneers of the Sosaku Kokeshi (Creative Kokeshi). Beautiful wood grain, very cute shape which recalls ...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Kokeshi with Camellias, by Inosuke Kobayashi, Japan, 1990s

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H 10.04 in Dm 3.75 in

Kokeshi with Camellias, by Inosuke Kobayashi, Japan, 1990s

Located in Lyon, FR

Kokeshi with Camellias, made in the 1990 by Usaburo. Elegant kokeshi with a camellia adorned kimono. Camellia is a winter flower. Very good condition, with its sticker. The kokeshi ...

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1990s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Kokeshi with leaves by Usaburo, Japan, 1990s

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H 11.23 in Dm 3.55 in

Kokeshi with leaves by Usaburo, Japan, 1990s

Located in Lyon, FR

Kokeshi with leaves, made in the 1990 by Usaburo. Sleek and tall kokeshi with leaves decoration, which has been awarded the Agriculture and Forest Ministry prize. Very good condition...

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1990s Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Asian Geisha Japanese Figurine Collectible Doll 1950s

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H 17.5 in W 7 in D 6 in

Vintage Asian Geisha Japanese Figurine Collectible Doll 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Asian Geisha Japanese Figurine Collectible Doll Mounted on black wood base. Vintage Geisha Madame Butterfly Opera House Japanese Doll Figurine. Vintage Asian Japanese lady with traditional silk kimono. Hand sewn and dressed in an elegant red, black and gold pinned silk kimono. Black hair rolled in traditional Japanese Geisha style. This handcrafted silk doll is a Japanese Geisha doll...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fabric, Silk

Set of Two Traditional Japanese Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1930

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H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in

Set of Two Traditional Japanese Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set of 2. Measures: 31 x 8 cm 28 x 7 cm Handmade by Japanese artisants from wood. Have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head. One characteristic of Kokeshi dolls is their lack of arms and legs. Painted by hand with lines to define the face and the body painted with floral motive, covered with a layer of wax. Each doll is marked with the signature of the artist in the bottom or back. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. The Kokeshi dolls is said that were originally made by wood cravers...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Japonisme toys and dolls for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Japonisme toys and dolls for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage toys and dolls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, asian art and furniture, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Japonisme toys and dolls made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for toys and dolls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $300 while the average work can sell for $282.