Blond Ballerina in White Dress made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a small, intricately crafted doll with delicate facial features sitting on a textured, light-colored fabric background. The doll is dressed in an ornate costume, showcasing a lace-like, vintage-style dress with layered ruffles and fine details that suggest careful craftsmanship. Its arms and legs, thin and extended, suggest a sense of elegance and poise. The doll also wears a decorative headpiece, adding to its overall antique aesthetic. The detailing on the fabric and the embroidery on its attire are intricate, highlighting the effort and skill involved in creating such a miniature piece. The surrounding objects, although partially visible, include another similarly styled figurine, contributing to a theme of antique or vintage charm. The overall composition and detailed elements capture a sense of nostalgia and meticulous artistry, giving the impression of a cherished collectible or heirloom. The photo showcases not only the beauty of the doll itself but also a broader appreciation for traditional craftsmanship and aesthetic value.

The image features a small, intricately crafted doll with delicate facial features sitting on a textured, light-colored fabric background. The doll is dressed in an ornate costume, showcasing a lace-like, vintage-style dress with layered ruffles and fine details that suggest careful craftsmanship. Its arms and legs, thin and extended, suggest a sense of elegance and poise. The doll also wears a decorative headpiece, adding to its overall antique aesthetic. The detailing on the fabric and the embroidery on its attire are intricate, highlighting the effort and skill involved in creating such a miniature piece. The surrounding objects, although partially visible, include another similarly styled figurine, contributing to a theme of antique or vintage charm. The overall composition and detailed elements capture a sense of nostalgia and meticulous artistry, giving the impression of a cherished collectible or heirloom. The photo showcases not only the beauty of the doll itself but also a broader appreciation for traditional craftsmanship and aesthetic value.

Name/Title

Blond Ballerina in White Dress made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1572d

Description

A 4 inch cloth doll with blond hair wearing a white ballerina dress with a black and golden brown accented bodice and a white layered lace skirt. Accessories include Brown ballerina shoes and cap with brown beads and blue thread. From a collection of dolls made by Mrs. John Duncan/assorted materials /painted eyes/yarn hair/bodies made with beads, buttons, lace, ribbon jewelry, other materials/approximately 134 dolls, from the Doll Museum Collection.