US Inupiat People Display Doll: "Kotzebue" Style
Collection: Everyday Connections
Object Category: Dolls
Object Type: Display Dolls
Country: USA
Continent: North America
Geographic Region: Northern America
width: 5 in;
height: 12 in;
depth: 2 in
This doll is wearing boots, called "mukluks," and a fur parka, called "annoraaq,"with a rabbit fur trim. The face is painted deer skin.
Kotzebue is located above the Arctic Circle. There people need to dress warmly and animal furs provide excellent insulation against the cold.
Source:
https://www.noslangues-ourlanguages.gc.ca/collaborateurs-contributors/articles/20160606-richesse-wealth-eng.html
http://icor.ottawainuitchildrens.com/node/48