Doll

1966.1.284

Creation Date
1931 – 1955

Dimensions

27.94 cm. H x 17.78 cm. W Item (Overall)

Description
"This 11 inch tall doll represents a Navajo woman from Arizona. She is dressed in authentic ceremonial dress which includes a black velvet blouse, red belt, long, bull orange skirt banded in black and much jewelry: silver on belt and bodice; turquoise earrings and bracelet. Under the skirt is a blue printed petticoat. Her hair is drawn back tightly in a round chignon and her features are painted on her face."

Related People and Organizations
Helbing, Cleora
Helbing, Geneva

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