Traditional Wooden Japanese Kokeshi Doll (32) Textiles A stunning 19th century polychromed

A stunning 19th century polychromed wooden tiger

Circa 1840's Chinese Qing Dynasty cabinet from the Shanxi province

It also has a metal lattice on the inside of the framework which was handmade and this showcases the hours spent creating this window

These gorgeous set of cabinet doors are made from red elm and originated in the early 20th century

This is a perfect example of a top quality antique Chinese trunk

Traditional Wooden Japanese Kokeshi Doll (32) Textiles A stunning 19th century polychromedThe age of Kokeshi Doll's go back as far as 150 years. Most of Kokeshi Dolls are made from either dogwood, cherry or maple. Made in two pieces, the head and the body, the craftsman creates the head with a stem plug that is forced into a tight hole above the shoulders. The dolls shape are minimal, no arms or legs etc, but whilst they may seem simple the process of making one is extensive; seasoning the wood, splitting into quarters for the lathe, rough