Margaret Kokotow creates washi ningyo, a traditional style of Japanese paper doll called "Komako". Her dolls are based on characters and styles from the Edo period of Japan (1603 - 1867). At that time, Japan was virtually isolated from the rest of the world and political and military power was in the hands of the Shoguns.
Each doll is made of washi paper. The paper is made from the inner bark of Mulberry, Mitsumata and Gampi trees. The rich colos are dyed in and the patterns are printed on with woodblock or silk-screened.
Each of Margaret's dolls is a unique artistic creation.
Margaret acquired her doll-making skills from a Jaspanese artisan who studied the style and craftsmanship of the original creator, Komako Ishigaki.
Each doll is made of washi paper. The paper is made from the inner bark of Mulberry, Mitsumata and Gampi trees. The rich colos are dyed in and the patterns are printed on with woodblock or silk-screened.
Each of Margaret's dolls is a unique artistic creation.
Margaret acquired her doll-making skills from a Jaspanese artisan who studied the style and craftsmanship of the original creator, Komako Ishigaki.
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