Vintage Japanese Doll Set of 2, Emperor and Empress with Traditional Festival Decorations, 1980s

This vintage Japanese doll set includes two figures—the Emperor and Empress—and a coordinated collection of traditional festival decorations. Made in Japan in the 1980s, the display represents an imperial court wedding and is traditionally arranged during a Japanese spring festival celebrating the health and happiness of girls. You will receive the exact dolls and decorations shown in the photographs. The dolls wear elegant silk court costumes featuring Kyoto Nishijin woven textiles and gold-thread details. The Emperor holds a traditional ceremonial shaku and wears a sword at his waist. The Empress wears a layered court costume inspired by the jūnihitoe and holds a vividly coloured folding fan. Their refined gofun-finished faces and carefully arranged clothing reflect the artistry of Japanese doll making. The complete display includes a tatami-covered platform, a sanbō ceremonial stand, a silver-coloured vase with peach blossoms, bonbori lanterns, a black decorative box, hishimochi decorations, and cherry blossom and tachibana branches. ITEM DETAILS • Item: Vintage Japanese Emperor and Empress doll set • Quantity: 2 dolls with decorations • Country of origin: Japan • Period: 1980s • Emperor: 27 × 17 × 12 cm / 10.63 × 6.69 × 4.72 in • Empress: 21 × 17 × 12 cm / 8.27 × 6.69 × 4.72 in • Total weight: approximately 2.2 kg / 4.85 lb • Materials: Silk, gofun, wood, paper, plastic and metal SET CONTENTS • Emperor doll • Empress doll • Tatami-covered display platform • Sanbō ceremonial stand • Bonbori lanterns • Black decorative box • Hishimochi decorations • Peach blossom, cherry blossom and tachibana decorations • All accessories shown in the photographs The red floor mat used for photography is not included. CONDITION The set remains in excellent overall vintage condition. Please review all photographs as part of the item description. You will receive the exact dolls and accessories shown. CULTURAL BACKGROUND In Japan, this traditional display is associated with Hina Matsuri, a spring festival held to wish for the health, happiness and future well-being of girls. The imperial couple, court clothing and ceremonial decorations recreate an elegant scene inspired by Japan’s historical court culture. SHIPPING The set will be shipped directly from Japan. Each component will be carefully and securely packed for international transport, and tracking information will be provided after dispatch.