Apache: Chief Geronimo, died in 1909

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a detailed handcrafted doll standing on a flat base. The doll is dressed in traditional attire, featuring a brown jacket over a white garment cinched at the waist. It accessorizes with a vibrant, patterned scarf around its neck, adding a splash of color. The doll wears a red cap atop its head, and its face is intricately painted to convey a serious expression. In its hands, the doll holds a rifle with a wooden stock, indicating a historical or cultural representation. The trousers, made of matching material, are tucked into knee-high brown boots, completing the look.

The image depicts a detailed handcrafted doll standing on a flat base. The doll is dressed in traditional attire, featuring a brown jacket over a white garment cinched at the waist. It accessorizes with a vibrant, patterned scarf around its neck, adding a splash of color. The doll wears a red cap atop its head, and its face is intricately painted to convey a serious expression. In its hands, the doll holds a rifle with a wooden stock, indicating a historical or cultural representation. The trousers, made of matching material, are tucked into knee-high brown boots, completing the look.

Name/Title

Apache: Chief Geronimo, died in 1909

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.359

Description

The Indians of North America series, No 5. (From a photo about 1886-Smithsonian Institution). From the Saroff Doll Collection