Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a handcrafted doll designed to represent a Cuban woman, dressed in a colorful and vibrant traditional outfit. The attire features a brightly patterned dress adorned with layered ruffles in various shades of blue, green, and red, which enhances the intricate design. The doll's head is adorned with a matching headscarf tied in a knot, adding to its cultural authenticity. Her facial features, including delicately applied makeup and hoop earrings, are meticulously crafted, exuding a sense of grace and elegance. The label attached to the doll, displaying the words "Cuban woman," suggests a focus on cultural heritage. The background consists of textured, light material that subtly contrasts and highlights the vibrant colors of the doll's attire, making it a distinct piece of folk art that captures the essence of Cuban culture.

The image showcases a handcrafted doll designed to represent a Cuban woman, dressed in a colorful and vibrant traditional outfit. The attire features a brightly patterned dress adorned with layered ruffles in various shades of blue, green, and red, which enhances the intricate design. The doll's head is adorned with a matching headscarf tied in a knot, adding to its cultural authenticity. Her facial features, including delicately applied makeup and hoop earrings, are meticulously crafted, exuding a sense of grace and elegance. The label attached to the doll, displaying the words "Cuban woman," suggests a focus on cultural heritage. The background consists of textured, light material that subtly contrasts and highlights the vibrant colors of the doll's attire, making it a distinct piece of folk art that captures the essence of Cuban culture.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

662/Cuban woman

Description

Cloth doll, Cuban Woman, 9" tall. Long slim skirted dress with train, multifigured, blue ruffles. Red/burgundy scarf, and head wrap. Beeded necklace, flower on bodice, hoop earrings, facial features sewn on.

Collection

Dolls

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Oct 1, 1999