Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage composition doll dressed in a classic white christening gown, adorned with delicate embroidery details on the bodice, matched with soft, crocheted white booties tied with light blue ribbons, indicating a traditional and timeless aesthetic. The doll's face, with its subtly worn paint and a hint of cracking, reflects its age and adds a nostalgic charm, reminiscent of early to mid-20th-century craftsmanship. Placed against a textured, neutral gray background, the doll stands out, giving a sense of fragility and history, while also evoking memories of bygone childhoods. A small tag is visible, suggesting its classification as a cherished collectible item, further emphasizing its antique nature and the sentimental value often associated with such heirloom pieces.

The image depicts a vintage composition doll dressed in a classic white christening gown, adorned with delicate embroidery details on the bodice, matched with soft, crocheted white booties tied with light blue ribbons, indicating a traditional and timeless aesthetic. The doll's face, with its subtly worn paint and a hint of cracking, reflects its age and adds a nostalgic charm, reminiscent of early to mid-20th-century craftsmanship. Placed against a textured, neutral gray background, the doll stands out, giving a sense of fragility and history, while also evoking memories of bygone childhoods. A small tag is visible, suggesting its classification as a cherished collectible item, further emphasizing its antique nature and the sentimental value often associated with such heirloom pieces.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2017.41.1

Description

doll, composition, baby 100 years old, paint cracking, blue eyes, red lips, brown painted hair. White gown, blue collar and trim on sleeves, knit white booties with blue ribbon. The booties appear newer. 17" l, 10" w, 8" h.

Collection

Dolls

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

17 in

Width

10 in

Depth

8 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Aug 17, 2017