Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an ornate kimono adorned with vibrant floral patterns, predominantly in shades of red, pink, and blue. The kimono is intricately decorated with golden accents, adding a touch of elegance. The doll has a lifelike porcelain face with rosy cheeks and finely painted features, framed by straight, dark hair. It is placed against a textured, pale background, which highlights the colorful attire. The doll’s attire includes a gold embroidered obi, tied with a light cream cord, enhancing its authenticity. This piece reflects the artistry and cultural heritage associated with Japanese dolls, capturing the viewer's attention through its detailed craftsmanship and vivid colors.

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an ornate kimono adorned with vibrant floral patterns, predominantly in shades of red, pink, and blue. The kimono is intricately decorated with golden accents, adding a touch of elegance. The doll has a lifelike porcelain face with rosy cheeks and finely painted features, framed by straight, dark hair. It is placed against a textured, pale background, which highlights the colorful attire. The doll’s attire includes a gold embroidered obi, tied with a light cream cord, enhancing its authenticity. This piece reflects the artistry and cultural heritage associated with Japanese dolls, capturing the viewer's attention through its detailed craftsmanship and vivid colors.

Name/Title

Doll

Entry/Object ID

2019.39.1

Description

Doll, Sookie Ann. Red, gold, yellow, blue, pink, green, black, purple, and white. Doll has black shoulder length hair and wearing a traditional Kimono dress.

Collection

Dolls

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Doll

Nomenclature Class

Toys

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Dimensions

Height

16-3/4 in

Width

8-1/2 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 21, 2020

Provenance

Notes

Doll was acquired by Carl E. Ridge while he was stationed in Yokohama, Japan. It was shipped back to the United States in a wooden box packed with straw.