Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage baby doll sitting against a luxurious red velvet background. The doll is dressed in a white, lacy gown with embroidered detailing, giving it an antique and delicate appearance. It has large, expressive brown eyes, rosy cheeks, and painted lips, along with a bonnet adorned with lace that complements the gown. The clothing extends to display intricate lacework at the bottom, and the doll's tiny feet are covered by soft knitted socks, tied with a bow. Its overall appearance is quaint and reminiscent of a bygone era, perhaps invoking nostalgia for childhood or a time when such dolls were cherished collectibles. The lighting in the image casts a soft glow, enhancing the texture of the fabric and the lifelike qualities of the doll. Shadows play gently on the folds of both the dress and the background, adding depth and richness to the scene. This presentation evokes feelings of warmth and classic elegance.

The image depicts a vintage baby doll sitting against a luxurious red velvet background. The doll is dressed in a white, lacy gown with embroidered detailing, giving it an antique and delicate appearance. It has large, expressive brown eyes, rosy cheeks, and painted lips, along with a bonnet adorned with lace that complements the gown. The clothing extends to display intricate lacework at the bottom, and the doll's tiny feet are covered by soft knitted socks, tied with a bow. Its overall appearance is quaint and reminiscent of a bygone era, perhaps invoking nostalgia for childhood or a time when such dolls were cherished collectibles. The lighting in the image casts a soft glow, enhancing the texture of the fabric and the lifelike qualities of the doll. Shadows play gently on the folds of both the dress and the background, adding depth and richness to the scene. This presentation evokes feelings of warmth and classic elegance.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.435 B

Description

"309.7.Koppelsdorf Thuiingia" Baby doll life size, porcelain, sleep eye, jointed wrists, crack in paint. Crocheted shoes, bonnet, long white dress.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

9 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Oct 23, 2013