Kokeshi Mushin

Kokeshi made and hand painted by the award-winning artist Masae Fujikawa, who won the "Prime Minister" award in 1996 and 2002 and the "Minister of Agriculture, forestry and Fishery" award in 1995 and 1996.
The term Mushin means "Pure Mind". Her kimono is purple, a color considered noble by Buddhists, beautiful lotus flowers are depicted in it which indicate happiness.
The wood used for the creation of this kokeshi is Mizuki (Japanese dogwood). The kokeshi stands 18cm tall and has a diameter of 8cm. It is accompanied by a small wooden plaque, with his name, the name and the stamp of the craftsman who made it. Original packaging is included, stamped and signed by the artist who created the kokeshi.