Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a finely crafted doll with delicate facial features and an elegant appearance. The doll is dressed in a traditional-style outfit composed of a plaid pattern, predominantly brown and beige. The bodice features a fitted design with a scoop neckline, while the skirt is full and flowing, complemented by an apron in a lighter shade. The doll's sleeves are long and slightly puffed, adding to its old-fashioned charm. Attached to the doll is a tag labeled "Silvestri," which provides some background about the doll’s origin and possibly its care instructions. The overall presentation, with the doll’s serene expression and the harmonious blend of colors and textures, suggests it’s a collectible or a decorative piece meant for display. The background is a neutral, textured surface that highlights the doll's detailed artistry without distraction. The image emphasizes the craftsmanship and attention to detail involved in its creation, making it an object of aesthetic appreciation and potential personal value to collectors.

The image showcases a finely crafted doll with delicate facial features and an elegant appearance. The doll is dressed in a traditional-style outfit composed of a plaid pattern, predominantly brown and beige. The bodice features a fitted design with a scoop neckline, while the skirt is full and flowing, complemented by an apron in a lighter shade. The doll's sleeves are long and slightly puffed, adding to its old-fashioned charm. Attached to the doll is a tag labeled "Silvestri," which provides some background about the doll’s origin and possibly its care instructions. The overall presentation, with the doll’s serene expression and the harmonious blend of colors and textures, suggests it’s a collectible or a decorative piece meant for display. The background is a neutral, textured surface that highlights the doll's detailed artistry without distraction. The image emphasizes the craftsmanship and attention to detail involved in its creation, making it an object of aesthetic appreciation and potential personal value to collectors.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.534

Description

Silvestri/ artist Chas Berry/Upside down doll/porcelain/one end is white brocade gown/painted white gloves/ painted face with blue eyes/painted brown hair/other end /brown plaid.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

19 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 12, 2013