Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a vintage porcelain doll sitting against a dark blue backdrop. The doll is dressed in a simple, cream-colored gown that appears to be made of a lightweight fabric, possibly cotton or linen, which is delicately gathered around the neckline and extends down to cover its legs. Its hands are positioned as if in a gentle clasp, complementing the doll's serene, slightly open-mouthed expression that suggests a sense of curiosity or wonder. The doll’s face is finely crafted with painted features, including softly arched eyebrows, expressive dark eyes, delicately blushed cheeks, and small painted lips that add to its lifelike appearance. The entire composition of the doll, including its bald head and finely detailed ears, emphasizes a classic and timeless aesthetic typical of early 20th-century dolls.

The image showcases a vintage porcelain doll sitting against a dark blue backdrop. The doll is dressed in a simple, cream-colored gown that appears to be made of a lightweight fabric, possibly cotton or linen, which is delicately gathered around the neckline and extends down to cover its legs. Its hands are positioned as if in a gentle clasp, complementing the doll's serene, slightly open-mouthed expression that suggests a sense of curiosity or wonder. The doll’s face is finely crafted with painted features, including softly arched eyebrows, expressive dark eyes, delicately blushed cheeks, and small painted lips that add to its lifelike appearance. The entire composition of the doll, including its bald head and finely detailed ears, emphasizes a classic and timeless aesthetic typical of early 20th-century dolls.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.389

Description

Nippon/baby bisque/brown set eyes/painted hair/open mouth with teeth/compo body/bisque head/old dress/pink bastiste dress.

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

15-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 26, 2013