Anesama Ningyo

There are many regional variations of Anesama ningyo (lit. 'big sister dolls'). These ones are  from Matsue in the Izumo region of  Shimane Prefecture. They were  sold  at markets and show three traditional hairstyles. Unlike many small Japanese dolls they don't seem to have any protective purposes and were playthings for girls.   In their original box. Mid - late 20th century.

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