Kokeshi is a doll made in Japan for generations. To the USA it is akin to the clothes peg doll. Though wood is the traditional material, in an inspired moment Gregory decided to create his line of Kokeshi's in gemstone and precious metals. See him working on a Kokeshi. Gregore has combined here his exquisite sense of the whimsical and his masterful control of materials. Call for pricing.
Kokeshi Hiruko carved opal body, carved platinum face and platinum ties, hand engraved 18 karat yellow gold hat, paraiba tourmaline detail on hat and ties, and diamond pave' throughout
Kokeshi In Pink, opal body, carved platinum face, bow and details, pink sapphire pave' and diamond pave'
Kokeshi princess back view of hand engraved obi with flush set diamonds
Kokeshi Punk geisha, carved black jade hair, platinum carved face, obi, and details, carved red coral, white diamond pave
Kokeshi Basho, platinum carved face, 18 karat hand engraved body with flush set sapphires, carved black jade hair, diamond pave accents at base and hair
Kokeshi Hiruko Side View
Kokeshi Princess, white opal body, carved platinum face, hair tie and wrap, carved pink tourmalines, carved black jade hair, diamond pave'
Kokeshi Punk Geisha rear view of hand engraved obi
The kokeshi theme has been a huge inspiration to Gregore and a great outlet for his talent with the art of metal work, stone carving and setting. Call for any details.