MARIONETTE

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handcrafted doll characterized by its elegant attire, which resembles that of a royal figure. The doll is dressed in a delicate golden gown that features intricate green embellishments adorning its borders and bodice, suggesting the meticulous attention to detail in its design. Atop the doll's head sits a small golden crown, further emphasizing its regal theme. The facial features of the doll are finely painted, showcasing rosy cheeks, red lips, and expressive eyes, giving it a lifelike appearance. Additionally, a tag attached to the doll reads "Queen/Doll" along with a numerical designation, indicating its possible categorization or inventory status. The backdrop of the image consists of a textured, white surface, which contrasts with the vibrant colors of the doll, enhancing its visibility and prominence within the frame. The overall composition highlights the artistry and craftsmanship involved in creating the doll, capturing a sense of whimsy and nostalgia.

The image depicts a handcrafted doll characterized by its elegant attire, which resembles that of a royal figure. The doll is dressed in a delicate golden gown that features intricate green embellishments adorning its borders and bodice, suggesting the meticulous attention to detail in its design. Atop the doll's head sits a small golden crown, further emphasizing its regal theme. The facial features of the doll are finely painted, showcasing rosy cheeks, red lips, and expressive eyes, giving it a lifelike appearance. Additionally, a tag attached to the doll reads "Queen/Doll" along with a numerical designation, indicating its possible categorization or inventory status. The backdrop of the image consists of a textured, white surface, which contrasts with the vibrant colors of the doll, enhancing its visibility and prominence within the frame. The overall composition highlights the artistry and craftsmanship involved in creating the doll, capturing a sense of whimsy and nostalgia.

Name/Title

MARIONETTE

Entry/Object ID

662/16304

Description

VENETIAN MARIONETTES COPIED FROM OLD VENETION MARIONETTES - (16TH CENTURY) FOR CHILDRENS TOY THEATRES IN THAT CITY. CHARACTERS AS FAMILIAR TO CHILDREN AS THOSE IN OUR NURSERY RHYMES/QUEEN

Collection

Dolls

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Europe

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

Italian

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Marionette

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Puppet

Nomenclature Class

Public Entertainment Devices

Nomenclature Category

Category 09: Recreational Objects

Parts

Count

1

Material

Ceramic

Condition

Overall Condition

Good