Corn Husk Doll By Alice Mitten

20th Century

9.125" H x 5" L x 6.75" W

Hand Crafted from Carved Wood and Corn Husk with Red Face, Fur, Leather, Felt, Yarn, Sticks and Glass Seed Beads

From a Private Colorado Collection

In Very Good Condition

This corn husk doll depicts a Native American figure, possibly a warrior or dancer in a traditional pose. It's seated or crouching on a wooden base. The head is covered with a white husk "hair" or hood, and notably has a face—the face is painted or formed in red/brown, with visible features like eyes, nose, and mouth. This is a departure from the most traditional faceless style often associated with Iroquois/Haudenosaunee legends. Clothing includes a yellow fringed shirt with red and black accents, red arm and leg bands, beaded necklace, and detailed moccasins with beadwork. It's holding a stick or bow in one hand and has fur-like fringes (possibly real fur or more husks) for added texture.