Mouse on Horse Ornament

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a handmade ornament depicting a whimsical mouse character, crafted from fabric and detailed with a white face, black eyes, and a red nose, wearing a bright red outfit adorned with a green heart. The mouse sits atop a small wooden horse, which includes a decorative bridle, suggesting a playful or festive motif. Attached to the mouse is a small rectangular card, held in place with wire, displaying the typed message "I'm bring in my PLEDGE to Faith Church," indicating a possible connection to a fundraising or pledge campaign related to a church event or activity. The background consists of a textured, light-colored surface, possibly styrofoam or similar material. Furthermore, the ornament appears to be designed for hanging, as evidenced by a delicate white string attached to the top of the mouse's head, making it suitable for decoration during holiday seasons or church gatherings. The craftsmanship, with its simplistic yet charming design, suggests a homemade or vintage aesthetic, adding a personal touch to the piece.

The image features a handmade ornament depicting a whimsical mouse character, crafted from fabric and detailed with a white face, black eyes, and a red nose, wearing a bright red outfit adorned with a green heart. The mouse sits atop a small wooden horse, which includes a decorative bridle, suggesting a playful or festive motif. Attached to the mouse is a small rectangular card, held in place with wire, displaying the typed message "I'm bring in my PLEDGE to Faith Church," indicating a possible connection to a fundraising or pledge campaign related to a church event or activity. The background consists of a textured, light-colored surface, possibly styrofoam or similar material. Furthermore, the ornament appears to be designed for hanging, as evidenced by a delicate white string attached to the top of the mouse's head, making it suitable for decoration during holiday seasons or church gatherings. The craftsmanship, with its simplistic yet charming design, suggests a homemade or vintage aesthetic, adding a personal touch to the piece.

Name/Title

Mouse on Horse Ornament

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1704

Description

White mouse wearing red on toy wooden horse. From a collection of dolls by Reverend C. Ross McClellan containing approximately 400 mice of varying sizes, shapes, and styles, from the Doll Museum Collection.