Lady with Red Bob Cut Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a delicate doll dressed in a light blue vintage-style dress with a lace-trimmed hemline and adorned with small, dark embellishments. The doll has a finely painted face with a gentle expression and short, red hair peeking out from beneath a matching hat embellished with a decorative element. Around its neck hangs a small gold-colored chain, possibly representing a necklace, adding a touch of elegance to its quaint appearance. Its arms and legs are thin, and the legs appear to be bent slightly at the knees. The doll is set against a soft, textured background resembling bubble wrap, enhancing its intricate details and craftsmanship. Overall, the doll radiates an antique charm, evoking a sense of nostalgia and artistry reflective of handcrafted perfection from a bygone era.

The image features a delicate doll dressed in a light blue vintage-style dress with a lace-trimmed hemline and adorned with small, dark embellishments. The doll has a finely painted face with a gentle expression and short, red hair peeking out from beneath a matching hat embellished with a decorative element. Around its neck hangs a small gold-colored chain, possibly representing a necklace, adding a touch of elegance to its quaint appearance. Its arms and legs are thin, and the legs appear to be bent slightly at the knees. The doll is set against a soft, textured background resembling bubble wrap, enhancing its intricate details and craftsmanship. Overall, the doll radiates an antique charm, evoking a sense of nostalgia and artistry reflective of handcrafted perfection from a bygone era.

Name/Title

Lady with Red Bob Cut Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1556

Description

Three and a half inch doll wearing a teal gown with bronze beads on the skirt that is partly ivory. Around her neck is a long gold chain and on top of her head is a round white cap with a singular flower in the center of it. 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.