# Doll with a Tail This is a beautiful Ichimatsu doll from the late Taisho or early Showa era. I've estimated the period based on the doll's features, which are typical of the Taisho era: the double eyelids and dark eyes, the plump lower lip, and the raised area from the cheeks to the chin. The eyes are made to look like glass or glass beads, which also suggests the era. The eyes are cut symmetrically, and the lines of the lips are neat. The plump, curved ears have earlobes. The ears are very well made. The hands and feet have clearly defined nails, and the joints, finger muscles, and the indentations at the base of the fingers are delicately reproduced. I've seen many Ichimatsu dolls, and I think this is a very well-made doll. The gofun (a white pigment made from ground oyster shells) is applied thickly. The careful process of repeatedly applying thin layers of gofun and drying them has been done. Thick fabric is wrapped over the body paper, and it says "Hakuyatei Tokusei" (Hakuyatei Special). This doll was replaced by a department store brand, so it didn't have a name tag, but I researched and found that the name was "Hagoromo" (the memo is in my handwriting). She was wearing a plump crepe kimono from the Taisho era, but I have changed it to a new kimono and obi (if you prefer the outfit in photo 20, I can offer a 5000 yen discount). The new outfit is a beautiful antique silk crepe (kinsha) furisode with a soft cherry blossom pattern, with silver threads woven in. The obi was made by a different person, but it fits perfectly as if it were custom-made. The red obi締め (obi cord) and obiage (sash pillow) add a pop of color, so I removed the purple date collar. The hair is thick and full and doesn't fall out easily. There are fine drying cracks on the armpits and a tiny chip on the lower eyelid of the right eye (photo 6). I think it's in quite good condition for an antique, but please take a good look at the photos and make your own judgment. What will be delivered is the doll, the kinsha furisode, the obi, the obiage, and the obijime. The flower hairpin is not included. I plan to add something else that suits her. Currently, she is in a standing display style, but if you reduce the stuffing in her thighs, she can sit. The standing display shows off the clothes well, but those who want to cherish her easily seem to prefer her sitting. I can also help with the adjustment to make her sit, although I am an amateur. #IchimatsuDoll #JapaneseDoll