Vintage Navajo Handmade Woman Doll
$49.99
Vintage Navajo Indian Made Woman Doll. Measures about 10" in height. Good condition.
Discover the heritage of the Diné people with this vintage handmade Navajo woman doll. This 10-inch doll is a beautiful example of Native American folk art, featuring a soft-sculpted cloth body and a traditionally styled outfit. She is dressed in a classic black long-sleeved blouse paired with a vibrant red floral tiered skirt, a style that became widespread among Navajo women by the early 20th century as a blend of traditional values and European-influenced silhouettes.
The doll’s expressive face is delicately painted, and she is adorned with signature accessories including a bead necklace and earrings designed to resemble traditional turquoise and silver jewelry. Her hair is typically crafted from wool or mohair and styled in a traditional tsiyee (bun). Originally created for the tourist trade in the mid-to-late 20th century, these dolls are prized by collectors for their cultural significance and the individual craftsmanship that makes each piece unique. It is a thoughtful gift for enthusiasts of Southwestern art or a meaningful addition to any ethnic doll collection.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old.
All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.
Discover the heritage of the Diné people with this vintage handmade Navajo woman doll. This 10-inch doll is a beautiful example of Native American folk art, featuring a soft-sculpted cloth body and a traditionally styled outfit. She is dressed in a classic black long-sleeved blouse paired with a vibrant red floral tiered skirt, a style that became widespread among Navajo women by the early 20th century as a blend of traditional values and European-influenced silhouettes.
The doll’s expressive face is delicately painted, and she is adorned with signature accessories including a bead necklace and earrings designed to resemble traditional turquoise and silver jewelry. Her hair is typically crafted from wool or mohair and styled in a traditional tsiyee (bun). Originally created for the tourist trade in the mid-to-late 20th century, these dolls are prized by collectors for their cultural significance and the individual craftsmanship that makes each piece unique. It is a thoughtful gift for enthusiasts of Southwestern art or a meaningful addition to any ethnic doll collection.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old.
All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.