A stunning and highly collectible piece of Nordic folk art, this authentic vintage Scandinavian Sámi (Laplander) souvenir doll showcases traditional Arctic craftsmanship. Beautifully dressed head-to-toe in authentic winter survival gear, she features a thick, genuine reindeer fur parka jacket and matching trousers designed to withstand extreme polar temperatures. Adorned with a vibrant red wool felt bonnet trimmed with fine lace and colorful geometric ribbons reflecting Sámi cultural heritage, this rare doll brings a rich sense of cultural history, warmth, and nostalgic charm to any specialized global toy archive or folk art display.

Key Features

- Genuine Reindeer Fur Craftsmanship: Covered in beautifully preserved, authentic reindeer hide and fur showcasing natural brown and silver-gray guard hair textures typical of traditional Sámi winter parkas (Beaska / Pesk).
- Intricate Cultural Attire: Adorned with a hand-stitched bright crimson bonnet accented with white lace borders and traditional red, yellow, and blue woven ribbons.
- Artisanal Footwear: Wearing classic handmade soft hide boots featuring characteristic turned-up toes wrapped securely in traditional red and yellow yarn lashings.

Specifications

Origin: Swedish/Finnish Lapland, Scandinavia (Traditional Arctic Folk Art)
Artisan Style: Consistent with the classic mid-to-late 20th-century souvenir designs by Erkki Juopperi / Lapin Paja
Period: Late 20th Century | c. 1970s
Medium: Molded Composite/Plastic Head, Genuine Tooled Leather, Authentic Reindeer Fur, Textile Felt
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The reindeer fur is thick, exceptionally clean, intact, and exhibits no shedding. The painted facial features, rosy cheeks, and fabric materials retain their original vivid coloration

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Rare Vintage Authentic Scandinavian Sámi Lapland Doll in Traditional Reindeer Fur Costume (c. 1970s)

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