Persia- A bread merchant

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handcrafted doll adorned in a rich combination of traditional attire. The doll features a vibrant yellow tunic with intricate gold and silver embroidery along the hem, collar, and cuffs, fastened with ornate buttons. It also wears a purple skirt and dark pants. The figure's head is topped with a tall, dark cylindrical hat, and its face is painted with detailed facial features, including expressive eyes and a prominent beard. The overall aesthetic captures a sense of cultural heritage and artistry, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. The doll stands on a rectangular base which adds stability, enabling it to be displayed upright.

The image depicts a handcrafted doll adorned in a rich combination of traditional attire. The doll features a vibrant yellow tunic with intricate gold and silver embroidery along the hem, collar, and cuffs, fastened with ornate buttons. It also wears a purple skirt and dark pants. The figure's head is topped with a tall, dark cylindrical hat, and its face is painted with detailed facial features, including expressive eyes and a prominent beard. The overall aesthetic captures a sense of cultural heritage and artistry, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. The doll stands on a rectangular base which adds stability, enabling it to be displayed upright.

Name/Title

Persia- A bread merchant

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.145

Description

National and Folk Dolls of Asia and North America. From the Saroff Doll Collection