Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a doll with curly blonde hair and an expressive face, wearing a detailed outfit consisting of a black top and a flowing black skirt adorned with a lace-trimmed apron and a red ribbon. The doll is positioned against a textured surface, providing contrast to its elegant clothing. A small white tag is visible, attached to the doll's black clothing, with handwritten text that reads "Polly Put Kettle On Exhibit Box." The setting suggests an exhibition or display environment, highlighting the craftsmanship and nostalgic value of the doll. The intricate lacework and vivid red ribbon add a touch of elegance and charm to its vintage appearance, capturing a sense of historical whimsy.

The image depicts a doll with curly blonde hair and an expressive face, wearing a detailed outfit consisting of a black top and a flowing black skirt adorned with a lace-trimmed apron and a red ribbon. The doll is positioned against a textured surface, providing contrast to its elegant clothing. A small white tag is visible, attached to the doll's black clothing, with handwritten text that reads "Polly Put Kettle On Exhibit Box." The setting suggests an exhibition or display environment, highlighting the craftsmanship and nostalgic value of the doll. The intricate lacework and vivid red ribbon add a touch of elegance and charm to its vintage appearance, capturing a sense of historical whimsy.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1471

Description

Doll/Nancy Ann Abbot; Nancy Ann Dressed Dolls/ "Storybook Dolls by Nancy Ann" "Polly Put on the Kettle" No. 173. Blond curly hair, painted on features. Black dress with white lace edged apron. Linen underskirt and pantaloons.

Collection

Doll Museum

Made/Created

Date made

1948 - 1970

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

6 in

Width

5-1/2 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Oct 16, 2018