DOLL

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays an intricately detailed doll dressed in an elaborate cream-colored gown adorned with delicate floral patterns. The doll's gown features puffy sleeves, a cinched waist, and a lower section adorned with a string of small pearls. Wrapped around her shoulders is a luxurious fur-lined cape in a complementary shade of cream. A bejeweled tiara with green and pearl-like embellishments crowns her brown hair, styled elaborately for a regal appearance. Her facial features are delicately painted, with rosy cheeks, perfectly shaped red lips, and softly arched eyebrows under a serene expression. A small tag is attached to one of her arms, visible against the soft, textured background, which contrasts with the doll’s rich, intricate attire. Beneath her, a plush fabric displaying a circular motif acts as a decorative base, enhancing the overall elegance. This doll, with its meticulously crafted elements, embodies a vintage charm, highlighting skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail typical of an antique collectible.

The image displays an intricately detailed doll dressed in an elaborate cream-colored gown adorned with delicate floral patterns. The doll's gown features puffy sleeves, a cinched waist, and a lower section adorned with a string of small pearls. Wrapped around her shoulders is a luxurious fur-lined cape in a complementary shade of cream. A bejeweled tiara with green and pearl-like embellishments crowns her brown hair, styled elaborately for a regal appearance. Her facial features are delicately painted, with rosy cheeks, perfectly shaped red lips, and softly arched eyebrows under a serene expression. A small tag is attached to one of her arms, visible against the soft, textured background, which contrasts with the doll’s rich, intricate attire. Beneath her, a plush fabric displaying a circular motif acts as a decorative base, enhancing the overall elegance. This doll, with its meticulously crafted elements, embodies a vintage charm, highlighting skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail typical of an antique collectible.

Name/Title

DOLL

Entry/Object ID

662/16811

Description

EMPRESS JOSEPHINE/CLOTH BODY/COMPOSITION ARMS & CHINA HEAD/BROCADE DRESS/ERMINE TRIMMED CLOAK/PEARL NECKLACE & TIARA

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

12-1/2 in

Width

4 in

Depth

1-3/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

CLOTH, Composition, China

Condition

Overall Condition

Good