Name/Title
Souvenir Doll: Dominican RepublicEntry/Object ID
2026.122.01Tags
Caribbean, Doll, Souvenir, Dominican RepublicDescription
Souvenir plastic doll depicting traditional Dominican Republic attire. The doll wears a red skirt, the hem of it is dark blue and there is a lace detailing where the colours meet. Around her wrist, she has a wicker basket containing what appears to be lemons. On top, she wears a white top that has a decorative blue and white trim around the collar. She also has a cord necklace that is orange in colour. She also wears a straw hat and black shoes. She has a sticker on her skirt reading "República Dominica". The doll has black hair and brown eyes.Context
Likely purchased as a souvenirCollection
Cultural Dolls, Dolls of All NationsCataloged By
Kat BezaireLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
DollNomenclature Class
ToysNomenclature Category
Category 09: Recreational ObjectsDoll Name
SouvenirMade/Created
Date made
circa 1950 - circa 1960Notes
No identifiable makers marksInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
LabelLocation
On the skirtTranscription
"República Dominica"Clothing
Clothing Type
OriginalClothing Description
The doll wears a red skirt, the hem of it is dark blue and there is a lace detailing where the colours meet. Around her wrist, she has a wicker basket containing what appears to be lemons. On top, she wears a white top that has a decorative blue and white trim around the collar. She also has a cord necklace that is orange in colour. She also wears a straw hat and black shoes.Condition
Scale
C-8: Dolls or clothing flawlessLocation
Location
Room
Shaanti International Museum of Costume and DollsDate
February 2, 2026Notes
Glass Case Doll and Miniatures Box 1Create Date
February 2, 2026Update Date
February 2, 2026
