RARE VINTAGE NEW FASHION QUEEN BARBIE #870 MATTELl1962 SEALED BOX-JAPAN. This very rare 1962 Barbie is sealed within the box and has never been opened. The outside wrapping shows age since it is from 1962 and is faded only. The doll is imported from Japan There is one speck size green discoloration hardly visible below the right ear see photograph. The Box Reads: “Barbie Teenage Fashion Model” and She comes complete with 3 accessory wigs… 3 HIgh Fashion Wigs To Go With Different Ensembles! Comes with wire stand.. You Can Tell Its Mattel It’s Swell!
For sale is a lot of 8 various types of Japanese rubber or soft vinyl Kewpie dolls in good overall condition. Please refer to the photographs in order to judge their conditions. If you have any questions, please ask. The dolls are preowned. Some have marks, scuffs, discoloration , paint wear, dust, etc. All of the Wariko Kewpie dolls are also coin banks or piggy banks. The two dresses are handcrafted. The largest Kewpie doll is about 64 cm (25 1/5″) high and the smallest doll is about 6cm (2 3/8″) high. Please refer to the photographs to determine the overall condition of the post-1960 Kewpie dolls lot. The kewpie doll in the unopened plastic bag or vinyl bag is new-old-stock. ECONOMY (SEAMAIL) (2-5 months) is available to some countries.
Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll by Norifumi Tachibana – 18cm – Showa 26 (1951) – Naruko Style – Rare. This is a rare vintage Kokeshi doll crafted by Norifumi Tachibana , a now-deceased artisan from the Naruko style , dated Showa 26 (1951). The doll is part of a valuable collection lovingly preserved by a 90-year-old Japanese collector, who started collecting Kokeshi in childhood. Height: 18 cm (Head: 5 cm / Body: 13 cm). Condition: Very good vintage condition with beautiful coloring. Some minor sticker residue may be present due to age. Please check photos carefully. Details: Artist is deceased; this makes the doll especially collectible. The doll features vibrant red and yellow floral motifs with deep black leaves, and a warm, smiling expression. The hair design and decorative details are classic to the Naruko tradition, making this piece especially desirable among collectors of traditional Japanese folk art.
Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll by Sakyo Niiyama – 24.5cm – Showa 9 (1934) – Yajiro Style. This is a rare vintage Kokeshi doll crafted by Sakyo Niiyama , a traditional artisan of the Yajiro style , born in Showa 9 (1934). This doll comes from a precious collection carefully kept by a 90-year-old collector who began collecting these dolls in childhood. Height: 24.5 cm (Head: 8 cm / Body: 16.5 cm). Signature: Signed by the artist on the base. Markings: Collector’s label and handwritten date (9 – 1934) in pencil. Condition: Good vintage condition with minor age-related wear. Please see photos for more details. The doll features bold, traditional hand-painted stripes and a unique black and red hair ribbon design. It has a dignified, serene expression typical of Yajiro-style Kokeshi. This piece is a wonderful example of mid-20th century Japanese folk art. Perfect for collectors of traditional Japanese Kokeshi, folk art enthusiasts, or those seeking a nostalgic Showa-era aesthetic.
Not mint but display well. Doll has been wiped down with a damp cloth but could use a little cleaning. Head has no repaints, reroots, splits, nips, green, trimmed or empty plugs. Face paint is complete with lashes in both eyes. Hair could use a little restyling but still in a decent flip. Body has tight arms, waist, and hips. No splits or pinpricks. Push button walking mechanism works fine. She will come dressed in her original outfit with stretched belt and yellow scallop edge panty in played with condition. Also includes her boots marked Japan. There is no “best offer” option on this listing. Now for the fine print: DESCRIPTION Smoke free home but the previous environment may not have been smoke/pet free. Any odors detected will be addressed. Condition grades like “mint”, “near mint”, etc. Are very subjective so I don’t use them. The photos and description should help you reach your own grading conclusions. I cannot lower the item value or declare as a “gift”. Item must be received in the same condition as sent. Thank you for your interest and GOOD LUCK!