Hina-ningyo, doll for the Girls’ Festival, 19th century
CHF 1’900.–
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Gonin Bayashi set, five Hina Matsuri musicians
CHF 2’500.–
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Description
Set of five Gonin Bayashi figures (Isho-ningyo, dressed dolls) from the Hina Matsuri tradition, representing the young musicians of the imperial court: the singer and the flute and drum players. The base is in wood covered in tatami-style fabric with decorated borders (beri); musical instruments not present.
- Period
- late 19th century
- Material
- face and hands: gofun (shell powder and animal glue) over a wooden or straw core; clothing: brocaded silk (Nishiki) with gold-thread inserts
- Condition
- slight crazing (crackle) in the gofun of the faces; slight signs of wear and fading of the fabrics
- Product code
- MB_03
