Afghanistan: a merchant

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a traditional doll dressed in a cultural outfit featuring a red vest adorned with intricate gold trim over a long white shirt. The shirt's sleeves are decorated with colorful embroidery. The doll has a dark beard and expressive painted facial features, while its head is topped with a headpiece that includes a tassel-like ornament. The bottom part of the attire consists of wide white pants, and the doll stands on a teal base. The entire ensemble reflects a rich cultural heritage, characterized by detailed craftsmanship and vibrant colors against a dark background that highlights the doll’s features.

The image depicts a traditional doll dressed in a cultural outfit featuring a red vest adorned with intricate gold trim over a long white shirt. The shirt's sleeves are decorated with colorful embroidery. The doll has a dark beard and expressive painted facial features, while its head is topped with a headpiece that includes a tassel-like ornament. The bottom part of the attire consists of wide white pants, and the doll stands on a teal base. The entire ensemble reflects a rich cultural heritage, characterized by detailed craftsmanship and vibrant colors against a dark background that highlights the doll’s features.

Name/Title

Afghanistan: a merchant

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.121

Description

Folk dolls of Asia series Afghanistan a merchant saroff doll collection