DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an elaborate kimono, featuring intricate floral patterns in deep blue and red hues. The doll stands gracefully on a black rectangular base, wearing wooden geta sandals that enhance its cultural authenticity. Its hair is styled in a traditional manner, complementing the delicate and serene expression painted on the face. A small tag labeled "Japanese doll" is attached to the doll's arm, providing information about its origin. In the background, white display cabinets filled with various ornaments and artifacts can be seen, suggesting the setting might be a museum or a collector's space devoted to showcasing East Asian art and history. The room's lighting is soft, highlighting the doll's exquisite craftsmanship and vivid colors of the attire, creating an engaging visual appeal, while also providing a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Japan.

The image shows a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an elaborate kimono, featuring intricate floral patterns in deep blue and red hues. The doll stands gracefully on a black rectangular base, wearing wooden geta sandals that enhance its cultural authenticity. Its hair is styled in a traditional manner, complementing the delicate and serene expression painted on the face. A small tag labeled "Japanese doll" is attached to the doll's arm, providing information about its origin. In the background, white display cabinets filled with various ornaments and artifacts can be seen, suggesting the setting might be a museum or a collector's space devoted to showcasing East Asian art and history. The room's lighting is soft, highlighting the doll's exquisite craftsmanship and vivid colors of the attire, creating an engaging visual appeal, while also providing a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Japan.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

356/6766 A

Description

LADY/CLAY FACE,HANDS & FEET/ON STAND/KIMONO

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

12 in

Material

CLAY

Condition

Overall Condition

Good