Africa: A Dervish of the Sudan Saroff Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a handcrafted figurine depicting a person dressed in a traditional outfit consisting of a brown top and a pink lower garment. The figure's attire is adorned with fur-like details on the shoulders and accessorized with a necklace of colorful beads. Its hair is styled with feather-like material that complements the feathery staff it holds, all of which give it an earthy, tribal appearance. The hands and feet of the figure display dark paint, adding to the distinct contrast of its overall aesthetic. The figurine stands on a square base with simulated grass and earth textures, enhancing the natural theme. This artistic representation showcases a creative blend of materials and textures, including fabric, fur, beads, and paint, all cohesively assembled to convey a cultural and artistic expression.

The image features a handcrafted figurine depicting a person dressed in a traditional outfit consisting of a brown top and a pink lower garment. The figure's attire is adorned with fur-like details on the shoulders and accessorized with a necklace of colorful beads. Its hair is styled with feather-like material that complements the feathery staff it holds, all of which give it an earthy, tribal appearance. The hands and feet of the figure display dark paint, adding to the distinct contrast of its overall aesthetic. The figurine stands on a square base with simulated grass and earth textures, enhancing the natural theme. This artistic representation showcases a creative blend of materials and textures, including fabric, fur, beads, and paint, all cohesively assembled to convey a cultural and artistic expression.

Name/Title

Africa: A Dervish of the Sudan Saroff Doll

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.98

Description

"Africa: A Dervish of the Sudan" From the "Primitive Peoples of the World Series (National Geographics)" from the Saroff Doll Collection