Beige Mouse from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a small, stylized figurine of a cartoon-like rodent, resembling a mouse or similar creature, crafted from what appears to be a rustic, textured material. The figure is characterized by its exaggerated, oversized head and large round eyes painted with playful expressions, adding a whimsical element. Its ears are notably large, complementing the comical appearance. The figurine has a short, round body with detailed features such as small paws and a long tail curled at its base. A piece of white string is tied around its neck, adding an additional visual element that contrasts against its brownish tones. The background is a soft, neutral surface that places full emphasis on this charming little sculpture, highlighting the intricacies in its design and the endearing quality it possesses. The creativity embodied in this piece suggests it could be a decorative object meant to evoke a sense of joy or nostalgia through its simplistic and imaginative artistry.

The image depicts a small, stylized figurine of a cartoon-like rodent, resembling a mouse or similar creature, crafted from what appears to be a rustic, textured material. The figure is characterized by its exaggerated, oversized head and large round eyes painted with playful expressions, adding a whimsical element. Its ears are notably large, complementing the comical appearance. The figurine has a short, round body with detailed features such as small paws and a long tail curled at its base. A piece of white string is tied around its neck, adding an additional visual element that contrasts against its brownish tones. The background is a soft, neutral surface that places full emphasis on this charming little sculpture, highlighting the intricacies in its design and the endearing quality it possesses. The creativity embodied in this piece suggests it could be a decorative object meant to evoke a sense of joy or nostalgia through its simplistic and imaginative artistry.

Name/Title

Beige Mouse from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1850

Description

Beige mouse with buck teeth and black and white eyes. From a collection of dolls by Reverend C. Ross McClellan containing approximately 400 mice of varying sizes, shapes, and styles, from the Doll Museum Collection.