Pat Nixon Madame Alexander Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a vintage doll standing on a stand, dressed in an elegant, long golden satin gown complemented by a stylish, textured silver cropped jacket. The doll has delicately sculpted facial features with rosy cheeks and vividly painted eyes. Its blonde, wavy hair frames its face softly. The entire outfit gives off a formal and classic vibe, highlighting the intricate design and choice of fabrics. The background is plain, ensuring full focus on the doll and its attire. This doll reflects a timeless aesthetic and delicate craftsmanship, suggesting it may be part of a collector's series or a display piece.

The image displays a vintage doll standing on a stand, dressed in an elegant, long golden satin gown complemented by a stylish, textured silver cropped jacket. The doll has delicately sculpted facial features with rosy cheeks and vividly painted eyes. Its blonde, wavy hair frames its face softly. The entire outfit gives off a formal and classic vibe, highlighting the intricate design and choice of fabrics. The background is plain, ensuring full focus on the doll and its attire. This doll reflects a timeless aesthetic and delicate craftsmanship, suggesting it may be part of a collector's series or a display piece.

Name/Title

Pat Nixon Madame Alexander Doll

Entry/Object ID

2022.17.2

Description

Thelma Catherine “Pat” Ryan Nixon was First Lady of the US from 1969-1974 as the wife of Richard Nixon. She also served as second lady of the US from 1953-1961 when her husband was the vice president. The First Ladies of the United States represent a social and historical cross section of our country from its beginning until today. This collection from the Madame Alexander First Ladies of the United States represents the wives of United States presidents. Madame Alexander’s goal has always been to design dolls that are works of art and with all the charm and grace of the era they represent.

Accessories

Accessory

Stand

Color

Yellow

Condition

Overall Condition

Excellent

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Sara Bouldin

Notes

From Sara Bouldin, a second grade teacher from Marshville, Missouri. Moved to Pensacola, Florida and lived there for 35 years. Boulden was part of the Pensacola Doll Study Club before she passed away in May of 2021. The estate gifted the dolls to the club.