Mexican Straw Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handcrafted doll made entirely out of intricately woven straw and reed strands, featuring various shades of natural, muted colors such as pastel pink, lavender, cream, and grayish-green. The doll is elegantly dressed, with a woven wide-brimmed hat and what appears to be a traditional outfit, consisting of a multi-colored, checkered top and a long woven skirt with horizontal bands. Her arms are styled in pink tones, and she has additional braids draping down. The craftsmanship highlights attention to texture and structure, with the straw woven in tight, precise patterns that offer a sense of both fragility and durability. The doll's face is simple and abstract, lacking detailed features, which contributes to its charm and rustic aesthetic. Overall, the piece embodies a fusion of cultural artistry and traditional craft, suggesting that it might be an artisan's representation of cultural heritage or a handcrafted souvenir.

The image shows a handcrafted doll made entirely out of intricately woven straw and reed strands, featuring various shades of natural, muted colors such as pastel pink, lavender, cream, and grayish-green. The doll is elegantly dressed, with a woven wide-brimmed hat and what appears to be a traditional outfit, consisting of a multi-colored, checkered top and a long woven skirt with horizontal bands. Her arms are styled in pink tones, and she has additional braids draping down. The craftsmanship highlights attention to texture and structure, with the straw woven in tight, precise patterns that offer a sense of both fragility and durability. The doll's face is simple and abstract, lacking detailed features, which contributes to its charm and rustic aesthetic. Overall, the piece embodies a fusion of cultural artistry and traditional craft, suggesting that it might be an artisan's representation of cultural heritage or a handcrafted souvenir.

Name/Title

Mexican Straw Doll

Entry/Object ID

2025.15.45

Description

Handcrafted doll made entirely of woven straw, featuring intricate patterns with pink, purple, yellow, and green; it wears a traditional outfit From the collection of Gladys Rinehart