{"product_id":"zuni-fully-beaded-brave-doll","title":"Zuni Fully Beaded Brave Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eca. 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e5.375\" H x 1\" L x 2.125\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eHand Woven Glass Beadwork in Red, Green, Light Blue, Dark Red, Dark Teal, Black and White Colors with a Leather Strap for Hanging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eZuni fully beaded brave dolls are a distinctive form of Native American folk art originating from the Zuni Pueblo in western New Mexico. These dolls represent traditional Zuni warriors or \"braves\" and are crafted entirely from seed beads sewn onto a stuffed leather or cloth base, creating intricate, colorful patterns that depict ceremonial attire, headdresses, moccasins, and accessories like belts or weapons. Unlike wooden kachina dolls common in other Pueblo traditions, these beaded figures emphasize beadwork artistry, often featuring vibrant hues of red, black, yellow, green, and white glass trade beads. They stand typically 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e–8 inches tall and are free-standing, with detailed stitching that highlights the wearer's status as a brave or chief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eThese dolls are not just toys but cultural artifacts symbolizing Zuni heritage, storytelling, and craftsmanship. They evolved from simple souvenirs aimed at tourists in the early 20th century into highly detailed collectibles today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eProvenance:  From the Len and Toni Wood Private Collection, Laguna Beach, California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45981561585829,"sku":"5231-274","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/5231-274_1.jpg?v=1760732222","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/zuni-fully-beaded-brave-doll","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}