Hakata doll of the old style, made by Tami Nakano, a holder of the Fukuoka Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property. On the box, it says "Sumiyoshi Shrine, the First Shrine of Chikuzen" and "Sumo Doll." A cute sumo wrestler sitting on the ring. There is a faint red stain on his face. There is dust and dirt due to aging, but there are no major scratches such as cracks or chips. Size: Base 7.4cm x 7.4cm, Overall height 6cm, Doll height 4.8cm Tami Nakano...1883-1971, a doll maker of the Meiji-Showa era. Born August 23, 1883. Granddaughter of Kichibei Nakano, the founder of Hakata dolls. She learned from her father, Kichisaburo, from a young age. She became independent at the age of 21 and worked to revive the family business, which had been discontinued for three generations including her brother. She specialized in Ofuku, beckoning cats, Ebisu, and Daikoku. Holder of the Fukuoka Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property. Died December 19, 1971, at the age of 88. Born in Fukuoka Prefecture.