Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases three handcrafted dolls arranged on a flat surface, each donning detailed woven clothing and distinct features. The dolls vary in size, with the largest on the left sporting long dark braided hair decorated with colorful beads, wearing a woolen robe. The middle doll, slightly smaller, features long hair and is wrapped in a warm, multicolored garment, while her face is delicately painted with subtle expressions. The smallest doll on the right, with short curly hair, is dressed in a striped shirt and cozy wrap, grasping an assortment of colored beads. Each doll stands on small wooden bases, with tags attached to their feet indicating specific details. The background reveals a plain wooden door, insinuating the setting may be an indoor space or exhibit area. The light source casts soft shadows, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship of these culturally inspired figurines, reflecting a traditional style and meticulous artistry that represents a rich heritage.

The image showcases three handcrafted dolls arranged on a flat surface, each donning detailed woven clothing and distinct features. The dolls vary in size, with the largest on the left sporting long dark braided hair decorated with colorful beads, wearing a woolen robe. The middle doll, slightly smaller, features long hair and is wrapped in a warm, multicolored garment, while her face is delicately painted with subtle expressions. The smallest doll on the right, with short curly hair, is dressed in a striped shirt and cozy wrap, grasping an assortment of colored beads. Each doll stands on small wooden bases, with tags attached to their feet indicating specific details. The background reveals a plain wooden door, insinuating the setting may be an indoor space or exhibit area. The light source casts soft shadows, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship of these culturally inspired figurines, reflecting a traditional style and meticulous artistry that represents a rich heritage.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.479 A-C

Description

Various companies/Skookum Indian/black painted eyes/Black mohair/closed mouth/cloth & compo/ A- Blanket folded to form arms & body/stuffed/beads/paper shoes/B-same description/C-same description but small.

Collection

Doll Museum

Made/Created

Notes

Date: 1913-on

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

A-12" B-9"

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 7, 2013