Authentic Vintage Japanese Hina-Ningyo Doll Collection (Early-to-Mid Showa Era). Up for sale is a beautiful, remarkably well-preserved collection of traditional Japanese Hina dolls. , dating back to the early-to-mid 20th century. These figures were originally crafted for a palace-style. 13 Traditional Dolls: Includes imperial court ladies, musicians, attendants, and the white-bearded Minister of the Left. The dolls feature traditional. (oyster shell paste) faces and vibrant silk/brocade fabric costumes with metallic threading. Original Wooden Storage Box: Features the original vintage block-printed label reading. (- Deluxe Selection) stamp. Original Black & White Provenance Photo: A rare, glossy mid-century photograph showing this exact set fully assembled with its original palace structure. Condition: The dolls are in excellent vintage condition. The textiles remain incredibly bright and vibrant, with minimal fading. The faces are clean with very light age-related wear, as shown in the photos. The wooden box shows standard vintage patina and spotting, which adds to its antique charm. Please note: The miniature wooden palace structure shown in the historical photograph is not included in this listing. Measurements: The sitting dolls measure approximately 4 to 4.5 inches tall.