“Vintage kimekomi Japanese doll”

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This is a rare item, so please check the picture for confirmation.
Beautiful “Japanese kimekomi doll”
***NOTE* the imperfections on forehead (cracking of paint) can be fixed by a oriental doll expert
The history of “kimekomi “
(pronounced kee may ko mee) dates back to the first half of the eighteenth century. It is believed that while working at the Kamo Shrine in Kyoto, a thrifty craftsman created the first doll of its kind out of fabric scraps and willow tree wood found along the banks of the Kamo River. Dollmaking, kimekomi style, is still a favorite past time for many Japanese craftsmen and women. Face will need a little cleaning . Parts of the hair color faded has a brownish tint does not take from beauty. Some minor shedding of the hair . I was told this was kimekomi doll expert . If not certain please do your own research . Thanks