"Two Samurai And Shogun Dolls - Hina Matsuri - Japan 1930-50"
-- The term doll in Japan is "ningyō", "human form". Japan has a special relationship with dolls: Until the beginning of the Meiji era, dolls participated in ritual and religious ceremonies, imbued with the sins of the people who touched them. Since the end of the 17th century, the "Girls' Day (hina matsuri)" is celebrated on March 3, also known as the "peach festival", the peach blossom being representative of the feminine qualities of grace and kindness. On May 5, for little boys, warrior and refined dolls are exhibited on small platforms. In this case, he is a samurai and shogun. With original box in paulonia. 33/25/23,5 -
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