Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handmade doll that appears to be crafted from fabric, featuring vibrant and diverse colors in its outfit. The doll wears a layered dress, predominantly yellow with horizontal stripes of orange, black, and red. The lower part of the dress has a geometric pattern incorporating blue, orange, and black shapes, with a red and yellow-striped hem. The doll's head is simple, with dark brown fabric, small stitched eyes, and a red thread mouth. It also features a black head wrap and a colorful beaded necklace made of blue and yellow beads, adding to the doll's cultural aesthetic. The background is a plain, light-colored wall, emphasizing the vividness and details of the doll’s attire. The entire composition suggests traditional craftsmanship and artistry, focusing on cultural representation and color harmony. The surface on which the doll stands is textured, appearing soft and white, providing a neutral base that highlights the doll’s intricate details and striking colors.

The image shows a handmade doll that appears to be crafted from fabric, featuring vibrant and diverse colors in its outfit. The doll wears a layered dress, predominantly yellow with horizontal stripes of orange, black, and red. The lower part of the dress has a geometric pattern incorporating blue, orange, and black shapes, with a red and yellow-striped hem. The doll's head is simple, with dark brown fabric, small stitched eyes, and a red thread mouth. It also features a black head wrap and a colorful beaded necklace made of blue and yellow beads, adding to the doll's cultural aesthetic. The background is a plain, light-colored wall, emphasizing the vividness and details of the doll’s attire. The entire composition suggests traditional craftsmanship and artistry, focusing on cultural representation and color harmony. The surface on which the doll stands is textured, appearing soft and white, providing a neutral base that highlights the doll’s intricate details and striking colors.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

Q2023.19.12

Description

Doll - Zulu. Doll wearing multicolored cloth dress with a blue beaded necklace and black hat Tag says "No #"