Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a traditional Indonesian shadow puppet, intricately crafted from thin, perforated material possibly resembling leather or parchment, articulated with various decorative patterns. The figurine features a finely detailed face with an elaborate headdress, characteristic of Indonesian artistry. The body is formed by connecting segments, possibly small discs, arranged in geometric patterns, and adorned with floral motifs. Threads hold the segments together, allowing movement, which is central to shadow puppet performance. A label attached to the puppet reads "12.3.1252 Coin Figure, Indonesia," suggesting it might have historical or cultural significance linked to Indonesian coinage or heritage. The neutral background highlights the puppet’s craftsmanship.

The image depicts a traditional Indonesian shadow puppet, intricately crafted from thin, perforated material possibly resembling leather or parchment, articulated with various decorative patterns. The figurine features a finely detailed face with an elaborate headdress, characteristic of Indonesian artistry. The body is formed by connecting segments, possibly small discs, arranged in geometric patterns, and adorned with floral motifs. Threads hold the segments together, allowing movement, which is central to shadow puppet performance. A label attached to the puppet reads "12.3.1252 Coin Figure, Indonesia," suggesting it might have historical or cultural significance linked to Indonesian coinage or heritage. The neutral background highlights the puppet’s craftsmanship.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1252

Description

Doll/Male/Wood Metal and String/Chinese?/made of coins held together by string/I think the coins have Chinese writing on them/wooden feet, head and hands/15"x4"x0.5".

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

15 in

Width

4 in

Depth

1/2 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 22, 2015