Green Man with Tea Kettle Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a small, intricately crafted figurine or ornament made primarily from beads and metal, hanging on a textured, bubble-like surface. This figurine is designed to resemble a human figure, equipped with various decorative elements. The head seems to be made from a bead painted to depict facial features, including eyes and a rosy blush on the cheeks. Attached to the head is a piece of light green string or thread, possibly representing hair, and a loop for hanging. The body consists of different colored beads, with green being predominant, giving it a whimsical and colorful appearance. The limbs are crafted from similar beads, adding to the stylized, playful nature of the object. With its small size and the intricate details of tiny decorations, this captivating piece likely serves as a decorative item or a charm. The background texture highlights the figurine's details, offering a subtle contrast that draws attention to its colorful and detailed design.

The image features a small, intricately crafted figurine or ornament made primarily from beads and metal, hanging on a textured, bubble-like surface. This figurine is designed to resemble a human figure, equipped with various decorative elements. The head seems to be made from a bead painted to depict facial features, including eyes and a rosy blush on the cheeks. Attached to the head is a piece of light green string or thread, possibly representing hair, and a loop for hanging. The body consists of different colored beads, with green being predominant, giving it a whimsical and colorful appearance. The limbs are crafted from similar beads, adding to the stylized, playful nature of the object. With its small size and the intricate details of tiny decorations, this captivating piece likely serves as a decorative item or a charm. The background texture highlights the figurine's details, offering a subtle contrast that draws attention to its colorful and detailed design.

Name/Title

Green Man with Tea Kettle Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1596

Description

2 inch green beaded doll with king black braid and tan skin. In his right hand is a golden tea kettle and around his neck is a gold chain. From a collection of dolls made by Mrs. John Duncan/assorted materials /painted eyes/yarn hair/bodies made with beads, buttons, lace, ribbon jewelry, other materials/approximately 134 dolls, from the Doll Museum Collection.