Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a decorative doll dressed in elaborate traditional attire, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and vibrant colors against a deep purple background. The doll is adorned with a headscarf and gold-tone headpiece, including circular disc embellishments that accentuate its cultural flair. Its dress is an exhibition of detailed embroidery with vivid red, orange, and silver threads intertwined, complemented by ornate lace and woven textures. Flanking the waist are yellow yarns adding dimension and richness to its costume. The layered skirt reveals textures in green, beige, and blue fabric lining, highlighting the doll’s artistic and cultural heritage. Its delicate, painted face displays charming features, including rosy cheeks and red lips, emphasizing an expression that reflects careful attention to detail. The sleeves are puffed with embroidered trim, further enhancing the traditional aesthetic. The entire presentation of this doll conveys a sense of historical significance and cultural pride, capturing the viewer's attention with its meticulous detailing and vibrant presentation.

The image features a decorative doll dressed in elaborate traditional attire, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and vibrant colors against a deep purple background. The doll is adorned with a headscarf and gold-tone headpiece, including circular disc embellishments that accentuate its cultural flair. Its dress is an exhibition of detailed embroidery with vivid red, orange, and silver threads intertwined, complemented by ornate lace and woven textures. Flanking the waist are yellow yarns adding dimension and richness to its costume. The layered skirt reveals textures in green, beige, and blue fabric lining, highlighting the doll’s artistic and cultural heritage. Its delicate, painted face displays charming features, including rosy cheeks and red lips, emphasizing an expression that reflects careful attention to detail. The sleeves are puffed with embroidered trim, further enhancing the traditional aesthetic. The entire presentation of this doll conveys a sense of historical significance and cultural pride, capturing the viewer's attention with its meticulous detailing and vibrant presentation.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1141

Description

Doll/Female/Dancer/Plastic Hands and Arms/Face Hand Painted/Black Yarn Hair/Earrings/Yellow Scarf Wrapped on Head and Around The Neck To the Back/Secured With Copper Colored Sequins - Three On The Brow and Two in The Back/Scarf Edges with Yellow Thread and Gold Ribbon at Bottom /Richly Dressed in Multi-Layered Skirt Dress/Dress is Yellow Long Sleeved Edged with Gold Ribbon/Lace on Sleeves/Hemline Edged in Gold Ribbon/Green Rick-Rack and Cream Lace/Dark Blue Vest-Like Over Skirt is Richly Decorated with Embroidery Flowers/ Blue/Yellow/White Cord and Decorative Ribbons Edging the Skirt/Four Copper Colored Sequins are Pinned to the Bodice of the Doll/Black/Red/White Apron Edged with Gold Feathered Decoration and Orange/Yellow Cord at the Center/Cream Net Slip/Navy Blue Shoes Fitted to Feet/Shoe Bottoms - One is White and the Other is Blue/#87 is written on the White Bottom of the Right Shoe/Doll Stands Alone/6.25" L x 4.5" W x 1.5" D.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

6-1/4 in

Width

4-1/2 in

Depth

1-1/2 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 15, 2015