DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a handmade cloth doll representing a lady from Guam dressed in native costume, featuring a delicate blue and silver traditional dress with intricate patterns. The doll has a decorative blue and black sash adorned with embroidered red flowers. Her face is simply painted, depicting a serene expression, and her hair is styled under a small cap. The doll's attire includes a sheer, textured fabric covering the shoulders, adding elegance. Attached to the doll is a label that reads "Lady from Guam Native Costume," providing context and authenticity. The craftsmanship highlights cultural heritage in a charming, handmade form.

The image showcases a handmade cloth doll representing a lady from Guam dressed in native costume, featuring a delicate blue and silver traditional dress with intricate patterns. The doll has a decorative blue and black sash adorned with embroidered red flowers. Her face is simply painted, depicting a serene expression, and her hair is styled under a small cap. The doll's attire includes a sheer, textured fabric covering the shoulders, adding elegance. Attached to the doll is a label that reads "Lady from Guam Native Costume," providing context and authenticity. The craftsmanship highlights cultural heritage in a charming, handmade form.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16188

Description

FEMALE/LADY FROM GUAM/CLOTH BODY/LIGHT BLUE DRESS/DARKER BLUE SASH AROUND NECK WITH RED FLOWER/SOME BUG DAMAGE

Made/Created

Place

Country

Guam

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

15 in

Width

4-1/4 in

Depth

2-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTH