Monochrome Red Native American Man made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a handcrafted doll composed primarily of red beads set against a light blue background. The doll has a spherical head adorned with a painted face, characterized by closed eyes and a simple smile. The head is attached to a torso comprised of a larger, multifaceted bead, contributing to its distinct shape. The arms and legs are made of elongated, conical beads, giving the figure a distinct limb structure. The doll is tied with a white string around its midsection, likely for display purposes. Small, detailed beads are attached at the joints, enhancing its intricacy. The red color scheme dominates, creating a vibrant and eye-catching visual appeal.

The image features a handcrafted doll composed primarily of red beads set against a light blue background. The doll has a spherical head adorned with a painted face, characterized by closed eyes and a simple smile. The head is attached to a torso comprised of a larger, multifaceted bead, contributing to its distinct shape. The arms and legs are made of elongated, conical beads, giving the figure a distinct limb structure. The doll is tied with a white string around its midsection, likely for display purposes. Small, detailed beads are attached at the joints, enhancing its intricacy. The red color scheme dominates, creating a vibrant and eye-catching visual appeal.

Name/Title

Monochrome Red Native American Man made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1637

Description

A 3 inch beaded doll laying on a Grey circle background with translucent red beads, a red bead head and a red head band with a tan feather in the back. 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.