DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handmade doll representing an elderly woman, characterized by a detailed and textured face with a gentle expression. She wears a traditional outfit, including a yellow blouse and a skirt adorned with a vibrant, multicolored chevron pattern, complementing the brown fabric. Her shoulders are draped with a patterned shawl, adding to her rustic appearance, while her head is covered with a beige bonnet. In her hands, she holds knitting needles with yarn, suggesting an engaged and industrious lifestyle. Her footwear consists of wooden clogs, enhancing the authenticity of her attire. A paper tag attached to her shawl bears a handwritten note or code, adding a personalized element to the figurine. The doll seems to embody cultural or historical significance, possibly representing a specific region or traditional craftsmanship. Positioned against a textured, light-colored backdrop, the doll’s features and clothing are accentuated, providing a vivid and lifelike portrayal, capturing the viewer’s attention with its intricate craftsmanship and nostalgic charm.

The image depicts a handmade doll representing an elderly woman, characterized by a detailed and textured face with a gentle expression. She wears a traditional outfit, including a yellow blouse and a skirt adorned with a vibrant, multicolored chevron pattern, complementing the brown fabric. Her shoulders are draped with a patterned shawl, adding to her rustic appearance, while her head is covered with a beige bonnet. In her hands, she holds knitting needles with yarn, suggesting an engaged and industrious lifestyle. Her footwear consists of wooden clogs, enhancing the authenticity of her attire. A paper tag attached to her shawl bears a handwritten note or code, adding a personalized element to the figurine. The doll seems to embody cultural or historical significance, possibly representing a specific region or traditional craftsmanship. Positioned against a textured, light-colored backdrop, the doll’s features and clothing are accentuated, providing a vivid and lifelike portrayal, capturing the viewer’s attention with its intricate craftsmanship and nostalgic charm.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16280

Description

FEMALE/MADE OF SILK/PAINTED FACE/WOODEN SHOES/BRITTANY PEASANT/KNITTING IN HANDS/RAVCA DOLL/INSECT DAMAGE/RARE AND VALUABLE AS COLLECTOR'S ITEM

Made/Created

Place

Country

France

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

10 in

Width

4-1/2 in

Depth

2-3/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Silk, Wood