Ellen Wilson Madame Alexander Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a porcelain doll in the likeness of Ellen Louise Axson Wilson, who was the first wife of President Woodrow Wilson. She is adorned in a luxurious, peach-colored satin gown featuring intricate floral patterns. The doll's ensemble is accented by silver lace and tiny pearl embellishments. Its hair is styled in an updo with a small, delicate bow on top.

The image showcases a porcelain doll in the likeness of Ellen Louise Axson Wilson, who was the first wife of President Woodrow Wilson. She is adorned in a luxurious, peach-colored satin gown featuring intricate floral patterns. The doll's ensemble is accented by silver lace and tiny pearl embellishments. Its hair is styled in an updo with a small, delicate bow on top.

Name/Title

Ellen Wilson Madame Alexander Doll

Entry/Object ID

2022.17.35

Description

Ellen Louise Axson Wilson, was the first wife of President Woodrow Wilson. She studied at the Arts Students League of New York before marrying Wilson and continued to produce art throughout her life. 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.

Color

pink

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

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.