Clown doll with red polka dots made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a small clown doll lying on a textured white surface, featuring a whimsical, handcrafted appearance. The doll is adorned with an off-white costume prominently displaying large red polka dots that catch the eye. Complementing the cheerful attire, the clown wears a matching red hat with a jaunty tip, adding to its playful charm. Its face is intricately painted, showcasing exaggerated makeup typical of clowns, with dark eyes, raised eyebrows, and a wide red smile. The neck of the doll is decorated with a ruffled collar made from a translucent material, enhancing its vintage aesthetic. The limbs are simple and slender, with arms slightly raised, suggesting a playful pose. To the right, part of another figure is visible, dressed in black with a similar fabric design, creating a sense of a whimsical collection or theme. The craftsmanship exhibits delicate attention to detail, evoking nostalgia and the joyful essence of classic circus clowns.

The image depicts a small clown doll lying on a textured white surface, featuring a whimsical, handcrafted appearance. The doll is adorned with an off-white costume prominently displaying large red polka dots that catch the eye. Complementing the cheerful attire, the clown wears a matching red hat with a jaunty tip, adding to its playful charm. Its face is intricately painted, showcasing exaggerated makeup typical of clowns, with dark eyes, raised eyebrows, and a wide red smile. The neck of the doll is decorated with a ruffled collar made from a translucent material, enhancing its vintage aesthetic. The limbs are simple and slender, with arms slightly raised, suggesting a playful pose. To the right, part of another figure is visible, dressed in black with a similar fabric design, creating a sense of a whimsical collection or theme. The craftsmanship exhibits delicate attention to detail, evoking nostalgia and the joyful essence of classic circus clowns.

Name/Title

Clown doll with red polka dots made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1571a

Description

A 3 inch doll with blond hair wearing a white clown suit with red polka dots accessories include a point red hat white flowers and a white ruffle 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.