Daruma doll

Bidding Supports: National Women's History Project (Santa Rosa, CA)

Item Number
153
Value:
10 USD
Online Close:
2017-10-21 20:00:00.0
Bid History:
3 Bids

Description

Daruma dolls are hollow and round Japanese wish dolls with no arms or legs.  They are a symbol of good luck and protection in Japan, a Daruma doll is traditionally given to someone starting a new venture, celebrating a birthday, or at the beginning of a New Year. At the start of an endeavor, one eye is painted and a wish is made for good luck.

 

 

It is traditional to fill in the right eye first; the left eye is left blank until the wish is fulfilled.

 

The doll possesses a weighted bottom and rounded shape, and so will automatically regain its balance after being tipped over -- representing persistence of spirit and recovery from misfortune.  A truly original gift!

 

3.5 inches

 

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