Japanese Traditional Papier-mâché Daruma Wishing Doll in White 23”H Shogiban she remains in good condition

she remains in good condition

Its timeless design exudes elegance

Vintage Japanese Kenzan (剣山) – Ancient Coin Motif 4

Overall length: 11

To this day such dolls / sculptures are placed out on Boys Day to welcome in good favor for a strong and healthy son

Japanese Traditional Papier-mâché Daruma Wishing Doll in White 23”H Shogiban she remains in good conditionThis 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,