Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a doll designed to resemble a classic witch character. It features a vibrant green face, emphasizing a traditional portrayal often associated with witches in folklore. The doll is adorned in a long, flowing black dress with a matching hat that has a broad brim and a pointed top. Its dark, curly hair frames the face, and the features, such as arched eyebrows and a distinct jawline, exude a mischievous expression. The hands are also green, complementing the facial color and adding consistency to the theme. The background is a dark, almost velvety shade of purple, creating a somewhat eerie and mystical atmosphere that enhances the figure's supernatural theme. The overall composition and attire are striking and evocative of popular cultural depictions, drawing upon familiar elements that resonate with the archetype of witches found in literature and media.

The image depicts a doll designed to resemble a classic witch character. It features a vibrant green face, emphasizing a traditional portrayal often associated with witches in folklore. The doll is adorned in a long, flowing black dress with a matching hat that has a broad brim and a pointed top. Its dark, curly hair frames the face, and the features, such as arched eyebrows and a distinct jawline, exude a mischievous expression. The hands are also green, complementing the facial color and adding consistency to the theme. The background is a dark, almost velvety shade of purple, creating a somewhat eerie and mystical atmosphere that enhances the figure's supernatural theme. The overall composition and attire are striking and evocative of popular cultural depictions, drawing upon familiar elements that resonate with the archetype of witches found in literature and media.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.486

Description

Wizard of OZ collection/Wicked Witch of the West/vinyl with cloth stuffed body/painted black eyes/black synthetic hair/open mouth with teeth/black taffeta dress & slip/black witch hat with chiffon drape/green face & hands.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

13 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 7, 2013