Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handcrafted figurine depicting a traditional woman with a somber expression, made from cloth and other materials. She is wrapped in colorful woven fabric and wears a headscarf with blue and green stripes. The figurine holds a small bundle, presumably a baby, swaddled in white fabric, indicating a nurturing or maternal pose. Her clothing features a vibrant plaid pattern in shades of blue, yellow, and orange, which adds a lively contrast to the serious demeanor. The figure stands on a rectangular wooden base, providing stability and display. Attached to the figure is a tag with handwritten text, suggesting the item might be part of a collection or exhibition. The detailed craftsmanship of the textiles and the painted facial features contribute to the charm and cultural representation of the piece. The use of natural materials like thread, fabric, and wood showcases traditional artisanal skills, highlighting the cultural significance and artistic value inherent in such creations.

The image shows a handcrafted figurine depicting a traditional woman with a somber expression, made from cloth and other materials. She is wrapped in colorful woven fabric and wears a headscarf with blue and green stripes. The figurine holds a small bundle, presumably a baby, swaddled in white fabric, indicating a nurturing or maternal pose. Her clothing features a vibrant plaid pattern in shades of blue, yellow, and orange, which adds a lively contrast to the serious demeanor. The figure stands on a rectangular wooden base, providing stability and display. Attached to the figure is a tag with handwritten text, suggesting the item might be part of a collection or exhibition. The detailed craftsmanship of the textiles and the painted facial features contribute to the charm and cultural representation of the piece. The use of natural materials like thread, fabric, and wood showcases traditional artisanal skills, highlighting the cultural significance and artistic value inherent in such creations.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1147

Description

Doll/Female with Baby in Left Arm/Cloth and Embroidered Face/Blue/Green Scarf Wrapped Head/Blue Tied up Cloth Bundle Balanced on Head/ Cream Colored Sling Over Right Shoulder Holding Paper Wrapped Hand Painted Face Baby with Red Cap/Yellow/Black Checked Shirt/ Orange/Blue/Green/Yellow White Multicolored Long Skirt/Green Belt/Paper Feet Nailed to Wooden Stand/Stand Measures 2" L x 1.25"W/ 7.25" L x 2.75" W x 1.25" D O/A.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

7-1/4 in

Width

2-3/4 in

Depth

1/4 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 15, 2015