Marie de Medici

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a decorative doll dressed in an ornate, period-style gown made from shiny, light-colored fabric accentuated with purple trim and gold embellishments, including intricate lace detailing on the sleeves and high collar, giving it an elegant and regal appearance. The doll's face is delicately painted with expressive eyes, rosy cheeks, and pale lips, while its hair is styled in an elaborate, traditional manner fitting of a historical or theatrical costume. The gown flares out from the waist, gathered over an unseen structure while the doll is seated against a dark, velvet-like background, adding a sense of depth and drama to the scene. The use of fabric, along with the elaborate design, evokes an atmosphere of vintage luxury and timelessness, making this doll an intriguing piece of art or decoration. The lace around the collar is especially prominent, contributing to the overall impression of elegance, and the hands are positioned gracefully, adding a lifelike aspect to the figure.

The image features a decorative doll dressed in an ornate, period-style gown made from shiny, light-colored fabric accentuated with purple trim and gold embellishments, including intricate lace detailing on the sleeves and high collar, giving it an elegant and regal appearance. The doll's face is delicately painted with expressive eyes, rosy cheeks, and pale lips, while its hair is styled in an elaborate, traditional manner fitting of a historical or theatrical costume. The gown flares out from the waist, gathered over an unseen structure while the doll is seated against a dark, velvet-like background, adding a sense of depth and drama to the scene. The use of fabric, along with the elaborate design, evokes an atmosphere of vintage luxury and timelessness, making this doll an intriguing piece of art or decoration. The lace around the collar is especially prominent, contributing to the overall impression of elegance, and the hands are positioned gracefully, adding a lifelike aspect to the figure.

Name/Title

Marie de Medici

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.38

Description

France: Henri IV Marie de Medici. 16th to 17th century mode in costume series saroff studios high ridge Missouri

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Saroff