Hungarian Bridegroom Saroff Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handcrafted doll standing on a square base against a dark blue background, wearing a traditional-style outfit. The attire consists of a black vest adorned with golden buttons over a white shirt, featuring a decorative black skirt that reaches below the knees. The sleeves of the shirt are adorned with vibrant, intricate floral embroidery in red, blue, and white. The doll's accessories include a small black hat with a feather and black shoes. Its painted facial features include blue eyes and red lips, complemented by delicately painted cheeks. The overall composition presents an impression of tradition and cultural richness, highlighted by the detailed design work and choice of colors. The fabric and materials used give the doll a textured, artful appearance, embodying a sense of craftsmanship and heritage. This figurine stands gracefully on a dark purple fabric surface, distinctively positioned at the center of the image, where its elements and characteristics draw attention to its cultural and artistic significance.

The image shows a handcrafted doll standing on a square base against a dark blue background, wearing a traditional-style outfit. The attire consists of a black vest adorned with golden buttons over a white shirt, featuring a decorative black skirt that reaches below the knees. The sleeves of the shirt are adorned with vibrant, intricate floral embroidery in red, blue, and white. The doll's accessories include a small black hat with a feather and black shoes. Its painted facial features include blue eyes and red lips, complemented by delicately painted cheeks. The overall composition presents an impression of tradition and cultural richness, highlighted by the detailed design work and choice of colors. The fabric and materials used give the doll a textured, artful appearance, embodying a sense of craftsmanship and heritage. This figurine stands gracefully on a dark purple fabric surface, distinctively positioned at the center of the image, where its elements and characteristics draw attention to its cultural and artistic significance.

Name/Title

Hungarian Bridegroom Saroff Doll

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.10

Description

Hungarian Bridegroom Saroff Doll from “Folk Dolls of Europe” series. Doll is dressed in white, black, red, blue, yellow, and green with beads and sequins.

Use

“Folk Dolls of Europe” Series

Context

Saroff dolls are of historical importance to the Doll Museum of Saint Joseph, Missouri.

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

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Saroff

Related Places

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