"Tasime" a Sioux North American Native Doll

Tasime doll's basket of corn, 1".

The text from the side Tasime's box reads:

Description of Tasime on the side of the box reads: "Attired in a traditional Sioux costume, Tisime (Ta-sh-ine), representing Native North Americans, is one in a series of collectible porcelain dolls from around the world.

      The Great Plains region of North America, which stretches from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains and from Canada to Mexico, holds the history of the Sioux nation. During the 1600's and 1700's the Sioux established their roots in the vast grasslands.

       The daily activities of village life centered around providing food, clothing and shelter. Men hunted buffalo while the women grew crops, tanned hides and looked after the home. Leisure time was spent enjoying games such as shinning (a version of hockey). Children played with dolls and toys made by their parents. The Sioux have a fascinating past which helped to shape North American history."

Front and back of Tasime's costume.

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