Vintage set Hina dolls of Emperor and Empress
Beautiful vintage set of two large Hina dolls representing the Emperor and Empress, traditionally displayed during the Japanese Hina Matsuri (Girls’ Festival). The dolls are handcrafted in the traditional Kimekomi style. In this technique, the bodies are made from toso, a mixture of paulownia wood sawdust and wheat starch paste, carefully covered with finely woven silk fabrics that are pressed into carved grooves. Read more about the special Kimekomi technique on my About page or watch the video (last slide). The faces and hands are made of a synthetic material.
The Emperor and Empress wear detailed court costumes inspired by the Heian period, featuring multiple layers of embroidered silk in harmonious colors. A folding screen is included and can be displayed with either the decorative patterned side or the gold-colored side facing forward.
This set dates to approximately the 1970s and remains in very good vintage condition overall, with no discoloration. Please note that the hands of both dolls are partly damaged/broken. Some additional dolls from the same original set are available in my shop, click here.
About Hina Matsuri
Each year on March 3rd, families in Japan celebrate Hina Matsuri, also known as the Girls’ Festival or Peach Festival. On this day, Hina dolls are displayed in homes across Japan. A complete Hina doll set traditionally includes figures representing the Emperor and Empress, court ladies, ministers, musicians, and attendants.Hina Matsuri is a celebration dedicated to girls, during which parents pray for the health, happiness, and prosperity of their daughters.
Material: toso, silk, paper
Size emperor: H22 x W19 x D15 cm
Size empress: H17 x W19 x D18 cm
Size folding screen: H24 x W49 cm
Condition: very good
Including: reversible folding screens
Productcode: KD-042
Price as set € 145,-
Excluding shipping costs
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Vintage
Look at the pictures carefully to assess the condition of these vintage items. Read more about the making of Kimekomi dolls on my About page.
