Honduras Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a handcrafted doll representing traditional attire from Honduras, featuring a fabric figure dressed in a white outfit made of a textured material, reminiscent of rural clothing, consisting of a long-sleeved shirt and pants. The doll is accessorized with a bright yellow scarf tied around its neck, adding a vibrant pop of color to the ensemble, and it carries an object made of a red cloth on its left side, which might signify a practical or symbolic item from Honduran culture. Additionally, the doll sports a straw hat, which is a prominent element of its costume, possibly reflecting the headwear tradition of local farmers or rural inhabitants. The facial features of the doll are simple, with a mustache and subtly painted eyes and lips, enhancing its charm and character. The doll stands on a small wooden base with “Honduras” inscribed at the front, grounding it in its cultural context and emphasizing its role as a representation or souvenir of Honduran heritage.

The image showcases a handcrafted doll representing traditional attire from Honduras, featuring a fabric figure dressed in a white outfit made of a textured material, reminiscent of rural clothing, consisting of a long-sleeved shirt and pants. The doll is accessorized with a bright yellow scarf tied around its neck, adding a vibrant pop of color to the ensemble, and it carries an object made of a red cloth on its left side, which might signify a practical or symbolic item from Honduran culture. Additionally, the doll sports a straw hat, which is a prominent element of its costume, possibly reflecting the headwear tradition of local farmers or rural inhabitants. The facial features of the doll are simple, with a mustache and subtly painted eyes and lips, enhancing its charm and character. The doll stands on a small wooden base with “Honduras” inscribed at the front, grounding it in its cultural context and emphasizing its role as a representation or souvenir of Honduran heritage.

Name/Title

Honduras Doll

Entry/Object ID

2025.15.26

Description

Doll is wearing simple white pants and shirt, yellow Handkerchief around the neck and straw hat. Carrying a bundle on his back and a red blanket and blue straw mat over his shoulder From the collection of Gladys Rinehart