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Saga doll

Unknown18th century, Edo period

Tachibana Museum
Fukuoka-ken, Japan

This naked doll is called ‘Saga doll’. It was made of wood, applying brilliant colors. It is said that the naked Saga dolls influenced the creation of Gosho dolls. So, they look almost the same, but the Saga dolls are distinguished by its slim body.

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Details

Title: Saga doll
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 18th century, Edo period
Location Created: Kyoto, Japan
Physical Dimensions: 5.5cm
Type: Doll

Tachibana Museum

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