DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts an antique porcelain doll seated against a rich red velvet backdrop. The doll has glossy brown hair styled with a small hairpin and striking blue eyes that appear to gaze forward. It wears a vintage pink dress accented by a delicate, frilly white apron or pinafore, detailed with lace at the edges. The doll's attire has short, puffed sleeves that add to its classic charm. Its arms and legs are crafted from what seems to be a polished material, possibly wood or composite, reflecting the careful workmanship typical of such collectible dolls. The clothing fabric has a slightly faded quality, suggesting age and adding a nostalgic aura to the overall presentation. The red velvet backdrop enhances the doll's pastel shades, offering a stark contrast that makes the doll's features stand out prominently. The doll’s feet are positioned flat, suggesting it was carefully posed for the photo. This image evokes a sense of vintage elegance and captures a glimpse of historical craftsmanship.

The image depicts an antique porcelain doll seated against a rich red velvet backdrop. The doll has glossy brown hair styled with a small hairpin and striking blue eyes that appear to gaze forward. It wears a vintage pink dress accented by a delicate, frilly white apron or pinafore, detailed with lace at the edges. The doll's attire has short, puffed sleeves that add to its classic charm. Its arms and legs are crafted from what seems to be a polished material, possibly wood or composite, reflecting the careful workmanship typical of such collectible dolls. The clothing fabric has a slightly faded quality, suggesting age and adding a nostalgic aura to the overall presentation. The red velvet backdrop enhances the doll's pastel shades, offering a stark contrast that makes the doll's features stand out prominently. The doll’s feet are positioned flat, suggesting it was carefully posed for the photo. This image evokes a sense of vintage elegance and captures a glimpse of historical craftsmanship.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

671/16423

Description

LARGE

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1913

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

36 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Bisque, Composition, Leather

Condition

Overall Condition

Excellent