Eleanor Roosevelt by Madame Alexander

Object/Artifact

St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a porcelain doll in the likeness of Eleanor Roosevelt, who was the longest running First Lady of the United States. The doll is wearing a peach-colored satin dress adorned with intricate lace trim. The doll’s hair is styled elegantly in soft curls and she accessorizes with a simple pearl necklace. The gown is floor-length, with short sleeves.

Name/Title

Eleanor Roosevelt by Madame Alexander

Entry/Object ID

2022.17.27

Description

Eleanor Roosevelt (1933-1945) was the First Lady longer than any other. Always active I social causes, she was of particular assistance after Franklin became ill in 1920. Her reports and advice influenced the president in his programs of social reform. She had a charm that few could resist.. Eleanor hosted many teas dinners, and receptions until the onset of the war and, although social activities were curtailed, she quietly entertained military and political leaders. She never retired from her active public life. Her doll is wearing. Blush pink dress with a silver and white collar and a pearl necklace. The First Ladies of the United States represent a social and historical cross section of our country from its beginning until today. This collection from the Madame Alexander First Ladies of the United States represents the wives of United States presidents. Madame Alexander’s goal has always been to design dolls that are works of art and with all the charm and grace of the era they represent. .

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Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Sara Bouldin

Notes

From Sara Bouldin, a second grade teacher from Marshville, Missouri. Moved to Pensacola, Florida and lived there for 35 years. Boulden was part of the Pensacola Doll Study Club before she passed away in May of 2021. The estate gifted the dolls to the club.