Cotton and porcelain dolls, 'White Hmong Couple' (pair) Collectibles Dolls 
This handsome, elegant couple is
dressed in the tradition of the Hmong, one of Thailand's
hill tribes. Suwit Suthamtha is extremely careful in the reproduction
of their garments and accessories, ensuring a faithful depiction. Both
dressed in black, the woman wears shiny aluminum jewelry akin
to the original silver accessories. Embroidered sashes with exuberant colors
feature patterns of genuine Hmong inspiration. There are two groups
within the Hmong, the Blue Hmongs and the White Hmongs.
For centuries, the Hmong have sustained themselves through the cultivation
of the opium poppy. However, most people are now seeking
alternative markets, such as the fabrication and selling of exquisite
needlework. Women traditionally sew by hand the family's clothes, which
are usually made of cotton or hemp. Their garments are
richly decorated with magnificent embroideries, and they are fond of
wearing silver jewelry. These dolls are entirely hand-crafted by
Suthamtha. They feature a wire skeleton and a ceramic body
to facilitate movement into a desired pose. The woman's face
is shaped of porcelain while the man's is made of
ceramic. Their expressive faces are delicately painted by hand. The
clothes are recreated from cotton and Dacron; the jewelry is
made of aluminum and colorful plastic beads. 70% cotton,
30% Dacron. Please note, that since the flowers are
made with whatever material is available, their color may differ
to the one viewed in this picture.
Price: $52.95 |
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