DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a handcrafted doll wearing traditional attire, featuring a vibrant red skirt with golden and colorful embroidered trim. The doll is adorned with a multicolored, intricately designed shawl that contrasts with its textured woolen skirt. Its head is topped with a straw hat, complementing the long, braided black hair cascading over its shoulders. The doll's hands grasp small woven baskets, adding an element of rustic charm. Its facial features, delicately painted with a rosy hue, reflect a serene and timeless expression. The overall appearance captures a sense of cultural artistry and craftsmanship.

The image displays a handcrafted doll wearing traditional attire, featuring a vibrant red skirt with golden and colorful embroidered trim. The doll is adorned with a multicolored, intricately designed shawl that contrasts with its textured woolen skirt. Its head is topped with a straw hat, complementing the long, braided black hair cascading over its shoulders. The doll's hands grasp small woven baskets, adding an element of rustic charm. Its facial features, delicately painted with a rosy hue, reflect a serene and timeless expression. The overall appearance captures a sense of cultural artistry and craftsmanship.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16237

Description

FEMALE/FRUIT SELLER FROM LIMA, PERU/CLOTH BODY/WOOL FUCHSIA SKIRT WITH RIBBON TRIM/FLOWERED BLOUSE/WOOD SHAWL - GREEN/STRAW HAT/BLACK HAIR - BRAIDS/BASKETS OF FRUIT ON ARMS/ RARE & VALUABLE

Collection

Doll Museum, Dolls

Made/Created

Place

Country

Peru

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

25 in

Width

6 in

Depth

3-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTHE, Wool, STRAW

Condition

Overall Condition

Good