Brown Mouse with Hand on Hips from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a small, glossy, brown ceramic figurine of a mouse with an animated expression. It has prominent rounded ears, with the interior painted a soft pink, and round, expressive eyes with dark pupils, giving it an anthropomorphic and endearing appearance. The mouse stands upright with its paws adorably placed on its sides, contributing to its charming demeanor. The background is a textured white surface, and a thin white string or thread seems to loop around it, suggesting that the mouse might be an ornament or a small trinket, possibly used for decoration or display purposes. This craftsman piece displays careful attention to detail, highlighting its playful posture and conveying a whimsical yet sophisticated artistry. The depth of the brown glaze showcases subtle variations in color, adding a layer of complexity to its otherwise simple design. The lighting reflects off the glossy surface of the ceramic, enhancing the texture and form of the figurine, which could appeal to collectors or serve as a delightful gift or decorative piece.

The image shows a small, glossy, brown ceramic figurine of a mouse with an animated expression. It has prominent rounded ears, with the interior painted a soft pink, and round, expressive eyes with dark pupils, giving it an anthropomorphic and endearing appearance. The mouse stands upright with its paws adorably placed on its sides, contributing to its charming demeanor. The background is a textured white surface, and a thin white string or thread seems to loop around it, suggesting that the mouse might be an ornament or a small trinket, possibly used for decoration or display purposes. This craftsman piece displays careful attention to detail, highlighting its playful posture and conveying a whimsical yet sophisticated artistry. The depth of the brown glaze showcases subtle variations in color, adding a layer of complexity to its otherwise simple design. The lighting reflects off the glossy surface of the ceramic, enhancing the texture and form of the figurine, which could appeal to collectors or serve as a delightful gift or decorative piece.

Name/Title

Brown Mouse with Hand on Hips from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.2005B

Description

Porcelain brown mouse with buck teeth and has its hands on its hips. 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.