DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handmade doll dressed in traditional attire, lying against a textured surface. The doll has a delicately embroidered face with red lips and rosy cheeks, topped with a headpiece decorated with small flowers and ribbons. The upper garment is adorned with intricate lacework and layered with a vibrant blue fabric, featuring a red trim with a pattern. The doll's dress has a sheer apron-like overlay embroidered with white and blue floral motifs, complementing the outfit's rich colors. The lower section consists of dark, worn boots showing signs of age. A small, handwritten tag labeled "662/17378" is attached to the doll, reflecting its uniqueness and possibly indicating its cataloging information. This doll, with its detailed craftsmanship and cultural representation, embodies a sense of history and artistry, standing as a testament to the skill and care involved in its creation, making it not only a children's toy but also a piece of art.

The image depicts a handmade doll dressed in traditional attire, lying against a textured surface. The doll has a delicately embroidered face with red lips and rosy cheeks, topped with a headpiece decorated with small flowers and ribbons. The upper garment is adorned with intricate lacework and layered with a vibrant blue fabric, featuring a red trim with a pattern. The doll's dress has a sheer apron-like overlay embroidered with white and blue floral motifs, complementing the outfit's rich colors. The lower section consists of dark, worn boots showing signs of age. A small, handwritten tag labeled "662/17378" is attached to the doll, reflecting its uniqueness and possibly indicating its cataloging information. This doll, with its detailed craftsmanship and cultural representation, embodies a sense of history and artistry, standing as a testament to the skill and care involved in its creation, making it not only a children's toy but also a piece of art.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/17378

Description

FEMALE/AUSTRIAN BRIDE/CLOTH BODY & HEAD/WHITE BLOUSE & APRON/BLUE SKIRT/LACE HAT

Made/Created

Place

Country

Austria

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

2-1/2 in

Width

5 in

Length

12 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTHE

Condition

Overall Condition

Good