This is a set featuring a vintage/antique "Haiko" (crawling baby) Gosho doll, at least 50 years old, and a black and vermilion lacquered tray of unknown age, likely antique, which can be used as a base. The doll is likely from Kaga or Hakata. It is a large ceramic (porcelain) Haiko doll, approximately 28 cm tall, with exquisite craftsmanship and a beautiful face. This piece was selected by the head proprietress of a long-established kappo (Japanese restaurant) founded during the Taisho era and has been carefully displayed in a glass showcase for many years. Based on my approximately 35 years of collecting experience, I believe dolls of this size are rare. The doll has white skin. Its neck is tilted slightly upwards, with fingers held near its face, and it has an innocent, smiling baby expression. Its gaze is bright and cheerful, as if it's looking around and smiling at you. It looks like it's trying hard to crawl, as if saying, "Look at me, look at me!" It has a plump, full body. It is wearing a red and gold brocade "haragake" (chest bib) and clothing. This doll was made with the wish for a child's abundant and happy growth. It has been cherished while watching over many children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as the children of guests who visited for celebratory banquets and special occasions. The origin of the lacquered tray is unknown, but its thin construction with a curved rim and the delicate and beautiful vermilion lacquer applied over the carved base are exquisite. It can also be used for serving sweets or dishes. Please excuse any errors in the amateur measurements below. ① Doll Total length 28 cm x Width 14.5 cm x Height 13.5 cm There is a rattling sound inside. There are slight stains due to age and some peeling of the white makeup on the surface. Small areas where the light brown base material is exposed are visible. A small chip near the tip of the nose has been repaired by a knowledgeable artisan. From the left side to the clothing, there is a very fine line, about 10.5 cm long in a curve, which may be a crack or a join. It is not very noticeable, but for those who do not mind. ② Tray 30 cm x 29.3 cm x Height approximately 1.7 cm (visual estimate) / 2.7 cm (sloping side) There is a triangular dent of about 3 cm, and multiple small dents and areas of peeling. For those who will cherish it. I would be deeply grateful if it could be passed down for a long time. Search terms: Traditional Craftsman, Living National Treasure, Mingei, Kōgei, Higashiyama Doll, Kyoto Doll, Kaga Doll, Hakata Doll, Chigo Doll, Infant, Baby, Crawling Doll, Haiko, Haiko, Kenichi Suzuki, Junpei Ishikawa, First Celebration, First Shrine Visit, First Meal Ceremony, Celebration Kaiseki, Celebration Meal, Girl, Hina Matsuri, Peach Festival, Boy, Tango no Sekku, Children's Day, Baby, Nursery School, Nursery Teacher, Childminder, Wajima Lacquerware, Kisojikki Lacquerware, Akebono Lacquerware, Hissei, Washu, Bisque Doll, Object, Figurine