The Hanako, Japanese Doll with Three Wigs
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Title
The Hanako, Japanese Doll with Three Wigs
Description
A boxed set containing a composition doll with glass eyes, clothes, wigs, and accessories. The doll has cropped hair and is dressed in a brightly colored flower kimono. The set contains three black wigs in the following traditional hairstyles: Momoware, Shitajimage, and Takashimada. The set also contains an alternate kimono, a paper fan, an umbrella, and sandals. The doll is mounted on a wooden stand for display. A booklet is provided for additional information about Hanako dolls and Japanese hairdressing.
Date
1950s
Language
English
3D Objects Item Type Metadata
Color
Multi-colored.
Condition
The doll is in excellent condition. The wooden display stand is slightly discolored from age. The original box shows signs of wear.
Decade
1950s
Material Note
The set contains three styles of wigs, Momoware, Shitajimage, and Takashimada. The wigs are black with added cloth accents. The paper fan is a shiny gold color with a peach-colored flower pattern. The sandals are black and red. The umbrella opens and is a bright pink color.
Era
1950s/60s
Physical Dimensions
Doll is approximately 6 1/2 inches tall.
Printed Text Language
English
Files
Citation
“The Hanako, Japanese Doll with Three Wigs,” ReEnvisioning Japan, accessed November 21, 2024, https://rej.lib.rochester.edu/items/show/5558.