RARE Vintage Native American Lakota Sioux Mary Standstall Fully Beaded Doll 17\" For Sale

Beautifully detailed Native American Lakota Sioux beaded female doll, handmade by artist Mary Standstall. Measuring approximately 17 inches tall, this impressive doll features an elaborate burgundy-colored, fully beaded traditional-style dress with intricate geometric and floral-inspired patterns in blue, yellow, green, orange, and white.

The dress is decorated with extensive beadwork on both the front and back, featuring wide fringed sleeves, a long fringed skirt, and colorful matching beadwork around the waist. The doll has a soft, suede-like hide body and hands, black hair styled in two braids, a decorative beaded choker, and delicate beaded facial features. A miniature beaded pouch hangs from one hand.The doll comes with the white metal display stand.

Condition:

Pre-owned vintage condition with visible signs of age, handling, and display. The suede-like hide shows some discoloration, surface wear, and natural aging. The fringe has some curling, unevenness, and minor fraying. There are loose and flyaway strands of hair, particularly around the head and braids.The intricate beadwork appears largely intact, with possible minor loose or missing beads and some unevenness consistent with age.