Clown Doll in Black with Red Hearts made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image portrays a handmade, vintage-style doll with a whimsical appearance, dressed in a costume reminiscent of a traditional jester or harlequin. The doll exhibits a small, round face with a gentle smile, cheeks flushed with a hint of pink, and eyes that suggest a playful expression. Perched atop its head is a tall, pointed hat embellished with a golden trim and a small red accent at the tip. This hat complements the doll's outfit, which consists of a black jacket adorned with red heart accents that contrast against the muted checkered pattern of its loose-fitting pants. The ensemble is completed by a ruff around the neck and a belt, both in light colors, adding a delicate touch to the doll's fanciful attire. The doll's posture is slightly angled, with its arms in a lively stance, enhancing its quirky character. The creamy textured background and the ornate edge of a frame provide a fitting backdrop, emphasizing the doll's quaint charm and artistic craftsmanship. This collectible piece likely evokes

The image portrays a handmade, vintage-style doll with a whimsical appearance, dressed in a costume reminiscent of a traditional jester or harlequin. The doll exhibits a small, round face with a gentle smile, cheeks flushed with a hint of pink, and eyes that suggest a playful expression. Perched atop its head is a tall, pointed hat embellished with a golden trim and a small red accent at the tip. This hat complements the doll's outfit, which consists of a black jacket adorned with red heart accents that contrast against the muted checkered pattern of its loose-fitting pants. The ensemble is completed by a ruff around the neck and a belt, both in light colors, adding a delicate touch to the doll's fanciful attire. The doll's posture is slightly angled, with its arms in a lively stance, enhancing its quirky character. The creamy textured background and the ornate edge of a frame provide a fitting backdrop, emphasizing the doll's quaint charm and artistic craftsmanship. This collectible piece likely evokes

Name/Title

Clown Doll in Black with Red Hearts made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1571i

Description

A 5 inch blond cloth doll in a black clown suit with red hearts and purple and white checkered pants. On her head is a white pointed hat with a yellow brim and a red heart at the top. She is also wearing a two layered black and white ruffles collar. 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.