DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a traditional doll dressed in an elaborate, vibrant red and blue garment, adorned with intricate floral embroidery and decorative trim. The doll's attire includes a red robe with blue floral patterns, gold accents, and a detailed belt with fringe at the waist. It is positioned on a textured white background, enhancing its vibrant colors and delicate features. The doll’s face is painted with fine details, showcasing a serene expression with rosy cheeks and black hair styled neatly back, giving it a classic and cultural appearance. In one hand, the doll holds a white folded item, possibly representing a fan or cloth, adding to its elegance. A small tag is attached to its hand, with handwritten text that appears to provide some identification or description, contributing to the authenticity and unique character of the piece. The overall craftsmanship and design reflect a rich cultural heritage, making the doll a captivating representation of traditional artistry.

The image depicts a traditional doll dressed in an elaborate, vibrant red and blue garment, adorned with intricate floral embroidery and decorative trim. The doll's attire includes a red robe with blue floral patterns, gold accents, and a detailed belt with fringe at the waist. It is positioned on a textured white background, enhancing its vibrant colors and delicate features. The doll’s face is painted with fine details, showcasing a serene expression with rosy cheeks and black hair styled neatly back, giving it a classic and cultural appearance. In one hand, the doll holds a white folded item, possibly representing a fan or cloth, adding to its elegance. A small tag is attached to its hand, with handwritten text that appears to provide some identification or description, contributing to the authenticity and unique character of the piece. The overall craftsmanship and design reflect a rich cultural heritage, making the doll a captivating representation of traditional artistry.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16087

Description

Princess of the Milky Way/composition face and hands/red top/blue skirt

Collection

Dolls, Chinese Dolls

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Asia

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

China

Culture/Tribe

Chinese
Asian

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

11-1/2 in

Width

3-1/2 in

Length

1-3/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Composition

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Mar 30, 1983