Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage doll with distinct features, including a brown curly hair and softly closed eyes. It is dressed in a pastel pink dress with a high lace-trimmed neckline and sleeves, covered by a white, delicate apron adorned with intricate lace detailing. The doll wears a charming straw hat decorated with a purple ribbon and a violet flower, adding a touch of elegance. Its legs are covered with white knit socks featuring ruffles at the top, complemented by brown shoes tied with matching ribbons. This classic appearance evokes a sense of nostalgia, typical of porcelain dolls from the early 20th century, and reflects exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that brings a lifelike quality to this collectible item, admired by enthusiasts around the world. Its expression adds an air of timeless innocence, making it a cherished piece in any antique doll collection.

The image depicts a vintage doll with distinct features, including a brown curly hair and softly closed eyes. It is dressed in a pastel pink dress with a high lace-trimmed neckline and sleeves, covered by a white, delicate apron adorned with intricate lace detailing. The doll wears a charming straw hat decorated with a purple ribbon and a violet flower, adding a touch of elegance. Its legs are covered with white knit socks featuring ruffles at the top, complemented by brown shoes tied with matching ribbons. This classic appearance evokes a sense of nostalgia, typical of porcelain dolls from the early 20th century, and reflects exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that brings a lifelike quality to this collectible item, admired by enthusiasts around the world. Its expression adds an air of timeless innocence, making it a cherished piece in any antique doll collection.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.248

Description

Bisque arms and legs/ kid stuffed body/ brown mohair/ stationary blue glass eyes/ open mouth with 4 teeth/ jointed body/ lavender cotton dress with tiny white flecks/ white cotton pinafore/ eye lit trim/ straw hat with lavender ribbons and flowers.26".

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

26 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Bisque and kid

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

May 30, 2012