Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage doll seated against a deep red velvet background. The doll has long, light brown hair and blue eyes, with a serene expression on its face. Dressed in an elegant, long white gown, the fabric is detailed with delicate lace and embroidery, giving a sense of antiquity and meticulous craftsmanship. The gown's sleeves are long, and the hem is adorned with intricate patterns, indicating a traditional design style. In the doll's left hand, there appears to be a piece of paper with some writing on it, possibly an inscription or identification tag. The warm lighting casts gentle shadows, highlighting the textures of both the doll and the rich velvet backdrop, creating an atmosphere of nostalgia and timelessness.

The image depicts a vintage doll seated against a deep red velvet background. The doll has long, light brown hair and blue eyes, with a serene expression on its face. Dressed in an elegant, long white gown, the fabric is detailed with delicate lace and embroidery, giving a sense of antiquity and meticulous craftsmanship. The gown's sleeves are long, and the hem is adorned with intricate patterns, indicating a traditional design style. In the doll's left hand, there appears to be a piece of paper with some writing on it, possibly an inscription or identification tag. The warm lighting casts gentle shadows, highlighting the textures of both the doll and the rich velvet backdrop, creating an atmosphere of nostalgia and timelessness.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.164

Description

Doll/flirty eyes - blue - stationery/blonde hair - synthetic/mouth open/body - celluloid/bisque arms/stuffed cloth body/clothing - old white eyelet trimmed dress/3/4 length sleeves with lace trim/bodice of eyelet with lace at neckline/long skirt with band of eyelet and deep ruffle/long petticoat and short one with pantaloons with eyelet trim/black stockings and shoes.22 1/2".

Collection

Doll Museum

Made/Created

Date made

1920

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

22-1/2 in

Material

Celluloid, Bisque, CLOTH

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

May 8, 2012

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Marks Brothers & Company