Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows an antique-looking figurine of a gnome or perhaps Santa Claus, characterized by a long white beard and a conical hat. The figure appears weathered, with a textured, worn surface suggesting it may be made of a material like paper mache or plaster. Its facial expression is solemn, with blue eyes and slightly raised eyebrows. The hands are clasped in front of the body, holding what resembles a small, dried plant or twig. The figure stands on a flat base and has a small tag attached to it with a string, possibly indicating it is part of a collection or for sale. The backdrop is simple and dark, making the figure the focal point of the image. The overall appeal is rustic and vintage, likely invoking a sense of nostalgia or quaint charm.

The image shows an antique-looking figurine of a gnome or perhaps Santa Claus, characterized by a long white beard and a conical hat. The figure appears weathered, with a textured, worn surface suggesting it may be made of a material like paper mache or plaster. Its facial expression is solemn, with blue eyes and slightly raised eyebrows. The hands are clasped in front of the body, holding what resembles a small, dried plant or twig. The figure stands on a flat base and has a small tag attached to it with a string, possibly indicating it is part of a collection or for sale. The backdrop is simple and dark, making the figure the focal point of the image. The overall appeal is rustic and vintage, likely invoking a sense of nostalgia or quaint charm.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.279

Description

Santa Claus/ Blue grey eyes/ Paper mache/ closed mouth/ molded in all 1 piece/ Pink coat and hood with gold flecks/ black boots and base with white on base.12".

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

12 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

PAPER MACHE

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

May 31, 2012