Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image portrays a small doll designed to resemble a Dutch boy, dressed in a traditional outfit, including a dark jacket with two gold buttons and striped shirt underneath, dark pants, and a matching hat. The doll is also wearing wooden shoes, typical of traditional Dutch attire, and has a tag attached to its arm, possibly indicating its identification or origin. The doll's eyes are closed, and its expression is serene, adding a peaceful feel to its appearance. Its tiny, detailed hands contribute to the overall handcrafted aesthetic, making it a charming representation of cultural heritage. The background consists of a textured, reflective material that provides a contrasting backdrop, enhancing the focus on the intricate attire and thoughtful craftsmanship of the doll, which may serve as a nostalgic reminder of cultural traditions and an appreciation for artisanal creation.

The image portrays a small doll designed to resemble a Dutch boy, dressed in a traditional outfit, including a dark jacket with two gold buttons and striped shirt underneath, dark pants, and a matching hat. The doll is also wearing wooden shoes, typical of traditional Dutch attire, and has a tag attached to its arm, possibly indicating its identification or origin. The doll's eyes are closed, and its expression is serene, adding a peaceful feel to its appearance. Its tiny, detailed hands contribute to the overall handcrafted aesthetic, making it a charming representation of cultural heritage. The background consists of a textured, reflective material that provides a contrasting backdrop, enhancing the focus on the intricate attire and thoughtful craftsmanship of the doll, which may serve as a nostalgic reminder of cultural traditions and an appreciation for artisanal creation.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1120

Description

Doll/Male/Dutch/Plastic Body/Molded Face with Red Lips and Open-Close Eyes/ Black Cap With Bill/Red Ribbon around neck with two Flat Bronze Buttons/Black and White Stripped Shirt/Black Jacket with Bronze one-button closure/Pants Are Puffy at the Hip with Tapering Legs to Ankles and Two Metal Buttons at Waist/Two Wooden Shoes - Left one Marked "Made in Holland"/#19 Attached to Back of Jacket/7.0" H x 2.75" W x 2.0" D.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

7 in

Width

2-3/4 in

Depth

2 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 14, 2015