Japanese Traditional Papier-mâché Daruma Wishing Doll in Gold 11”H Woodwork Having been only very sparingly

Having been only very sparingly and lovingly used for decades this natsume remains in fine condition with just a few mark on the back as seen in the photos

1900) Japanese Imari ceramic plate with a hand painted water scene of ducks on a pond

Yanagaba-bocho or willow blade knife are long and very thin shingle-sided knives used in the Japanese kitchen to prepare sashimi

In production during the 1950's through 1980's this markers mark is likely from the 1970's

The smooth

Japanese Traditional Papier-mâché Daruma Wishing Doll in Gold 11”H Woodwork Having been only very sparinglyThis is a traditional Japanese wishing doll known as a Daruma doll. The dolls are round with no arms and legs and have a weighted bottom so they cant be knocked down. To make a wish you paint in one eye, and when the wish comes true, you paint in the other. Written in gold on the front is the character for stubbornness to remember the dedication to fulfilling your wish with the same determination as Daruma san The doll is a depiction of Bodhidarma,