Algonkin’s Manhattan island woman and child

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handcrafted figure of a person with black hair wearing a headband, adorned with a necklace and a fringed garment. The figure holds a clay pot containing what appears to be corn or another type of produce. The attire includes a beige skirt with a yellow band and moccasin-like shoes decorated with small beads. The craftsmanship emphasizes vibrant facial features and intricate details in the clothing. The figure stands on a rectangular base against a dark blue background, which highlights its artistic and cultural significance.

The image depicts a handcrafted figure of a person with black hair wearing a headband, adorned with a necklace and a fringed garment. The figure holds a clay pot containing what appears to be corn or another type of produce. The attire includes a beige skirt with a yellow band and moccasin-like shoes decorated with small beads. The craftsmanship emphasizes vibrant facial features and intricate details in the clothing. The figure stands on a rectangular base against a dark blue background, which highlights its artistic and cultural significance.

Name/Title

Algonkin’s Manhattan island woman and child

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.330

Description

The Indians of North America series No 5 Algonkin’s Manhattan islands woman and child summer dress courtesy of the American Museum of Natural History saroff doll collection