Clear Bead Man made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a playful figurine crafted from an assortment of faceted, clear beads, meticulously arranged to form the likeness of a human figure. Its head is made of a smooth, round bead painted with a simple, charming face in black, giving it a whimsical expression. This head is topped with a flat, circular bead resembling a hat. The body and limbs of the figurine are constructed from a variety of bead shapes, each reflecting light in a way that enhances their crystal-like appearance. The arms and legs, both composed of smaller, elongated beads, are affixed with wire, which adds an articulated, jointed quality to the figure's design. The entire creation is set against a rich, deep lavender background that highlights the clarity and sparkle of the beads. This handcrafted piece combines simplicity with elegance, providing a charming, decorative object that captures the eye with its delicate intricacy and playful, yet refined, craftsmanship.

The image features a playful figurine crafted from an assortment of faceted, clear beads, meticulously arranged to form the likeness of a human figure. Its head is made of a smooth, round bead painted with a simple, charming face in black, giving it a whimsical expression. This head is topped with a flat, circular bead resembling a hat. The body and limbs of the figurine are constructed from a variety of bead shapes, each reflecting light in a way that enhances their crystal-like appearance. The arms and legs, both composed of smaller, elongated beads, are affixed with wire, which adds an articulated, jointed quality to the figure's design. The entire creation is set against a rich, deep lavender background that highlights the clarity and sparkle of the beads. This handcrafted piece combines simplicity with elegance, providing a charming, decorative object that captures the eye with its delicate intricacy and playful, yet refined, craftsmanship.

Name/Title

Clear Bead Man made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1630

Description

A 4 inch bead doll with Clear beads and an opaque head. He has black hair and is wearing a clear bead hat. He is resting on a magenta cardboard background. 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.