DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handcrafted cloth doll with a distinct cultural appearance. The doll is designed with intricate details, wearing a yellow turban with pink stripes wrapped around its head. Its face is hand-painted, featuring expressive eyes and a red mouth, giving it a serene, lifelike expression. The doll is dressed in a blue scarf and a matching beige outfit, which includes a shirt and pants. The fabric used is textured, enhancing the overall realism and craftsmanship of the doll. A paper tag with numbers written on it is attached, possibly indicating an inventory or collection number. The doll’s body is soft and pliable, with defined limbs that suggest a traditional clothing style, possibly representing a specific cultural or regional attire. The background is made of a soft, white, textured material, which contrasts with the vibrant colors of the doll, making it stand out prominently. This artisanal doll reflects a rich cultural heritage and the careful artistry involved in its creation.

The image shows a handcrafted cloth doll with a distinct cultural appearance. The doll is designed with intricate details, wearing a yellow turban with pink stripes wrapped around its head. Its face is hand-painted, featuring expressive eyes and a red mouth, giving it a serene, lifelike expression. The doll is dressed in a blue scarf and a matching beige outfit, which includes a shirt and pants. The fabric used is textured, enhancing the overall realism and craftsmanship of the doll. A paper tag with numbers written on it is attached, possibly indicating an inventory or collection number. The doll’s body is soft and pliable, with defined limbs that suggest a traditional clothing style, possibly representing a specific cultural or regional attire. The background is made of a soft, white, textured material, which contrasts with the vibrant colors of the doll, making it stand out prominently. This artisanal doll reflects a rich cultural heritage and the careful artistry involved in its creation.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16194

Description

MALE/"BOY SCOUT OF INDIA"/CLOTH BODY/KAHKI COSTUME/KERCHIEF/TURBAN

Made/Created

Place

Country

India

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

7 in

Width

1-1/4 in

Length

3 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTH, KAHKI

Condition

Overall Condition

Good