Very Rare Exhibition Model of the Skookums Indian by Mary McAboy

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71" (180 cm.) Paper mache head with deeply impressed angular features and wrinkles,sienna complexion and painted features,right side-glancing eyes,thickly modeled black brows,closed mouth with firmly-set lips,black mohair wig,padded torso and attached costume designed to appear as though arms are folded beneath,separate legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: likely an exhibition model from the workshops of Mary McAboy,from her patented series of Native American dolls,circa 1925. Value Points: extremely rare life-size model,having fine original finish on the well-sculpted features,original costume includes classic patterned flannel blanket,suede fringed pants,leather moccasins,shell necklace and elaborate feathered headdress with beaded headband.