Teapot for doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in elegant attire, positioned on a black rectangular base. This doll is meticulously adorned in a kimono that combines ivory and vibrant orange hues, with a carefully styled black hairstyle. In one hand, the doll holds an intricate object resembling a teapot and another item, possibly representing part of a cultural scene or ritual. A red tassel hangs from the figure, adding to its decorative appearance. Attached to the base, there is a label with handwriting, detailing information like "Teapot goes with lady," likely indicating a collection or exhibition note. In the background, other colorful, partially blurred objects are visible, resting on a speckled gray surface. The setting appears to suggest a focus on cultural artistry and craftsmanship, embodying traditional Japanese themes and highlighting the delicate skill involved in creating such intricate figures.

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in elegant attire, positioned on a black rectangular base. This doll is meticulously adorned in a kimono that combines ivory and vibrant orange hues, with a carefully styled black hairstyle. In one hand, the doll holds an intricate object resembling a teapot and another item, possibly representing part of a cultural scene or ritual. A red tassel hangs from the figure, adding to its decorative appearance. Attached to the base, there is a label with handwriting, detailing information like "Teapot goes with lady," likely indicating a collection or exhibition note. In the background, other colorful, partially blurred objects are visible, resting on a speckled gray surface. The setting appears to suggest a focus on cultural artistry and craftsmanship, embodying traditional Japanese themes and highlighting the delicate skill involved in creating such intricate figures.

Name/Title

Teapot for doll

Entry/Object ID

662/459 A

Description

princess or lady in waiting/female/standing/white top with sleeves that hang to floor/orange skirt/holding gold teapot on long handle

Collection

Dolls

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Asia

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

Japan

Culture/Tribe

Japanese

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

5-1/2 in

Width

3-1/4 in

Length

2-1/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTH, Composition, Wood

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Mar 30, 1983

Relationships

Related Events

Event

Hina Matsuri