Blonde Dance Partner Doll in Teal made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a delicate handcrafted doll resembling a couple dancing, with the figures made from soft, felted material. The doll on the left represents a female with light-colored felt hair and is adorned in a flowing green dress that reaches her ankles. The male figure on the right has a darker complexion with reddish felt hair and is attired in a classic black suit. Both figures have simple, minimalist facial features that convey a sense of joy and intimacy, as they are posed closely together, suggesting a dance-like embrace. Their slender legs are made from thin wire or thread, adding an element of whimsy to the figures. The background is a textured surface, possibly bubble wrap or a similar material, which further emphasizes the soft and delicate nature of the dolls. A thin white string loops around them, indicating they might be part of a larger display or set, adding to the handmade charm of the artwork.

The image features a delicate handcrafted doll resembling a couple dancing, with the figures made from soft, felted material. The doll on the left represents a female with light-colored felt hair and is adorned in a flowing green dress that reaches her ankles. The male figure on the right has a darker complexion with reddish felt hair and is attired in a classic black suit. Both figures have simple, minimalist facial features that convey a sense of joy and intimacy, as they are posed closely together, suggesting a dance-like embrace. Their slender legs are made from thin wire or thread, adding an element of whimsy to the figures. The background is a textured surface, possibly bubble wrap or a similar material, which further emphasizes the soft and delicate nature of the dolls. A thin white string loops around them, indicating they might be part of a larger display or set, adding to the handmade charm of the artwork.

Name/Title

Blonde Dance Partner Doll in Teal made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1559a

Description

Three inch woman being held by dancing partner. Dress is teal blue and is round on the bottom. 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.