Postcard

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an elegant kimono. The doll has a round face with delicate features, including small, painted lips and wide eyes that give it a serene expression. It has straight, black hair styled in a classic bob cut with bangs. The kimono is predominantly red, adorned with intricate floral patterns and layered with a decorative obi featuring vibrant colors like orange and yellow. The doll's attire appears meticulously crafted, showcasing detailed designs that reflect Japanese cultural aesthetics. The background is plain, allowing focus on the intricate beauty and craftsmanship of the doll. The image conveys a sense of cultural heritage and artistry that is rich in tradition and attention to detail.

The image features a traditional Japanese doll dressed in an elegant kimono. The doll has a round face with delicate features, including small, painted lips and wide eyes that give it a serene expression. It has straight, black hair styled in a classic bob cut with bangs. The kimono is predominantly red, adorned with intricate floral patterns and layered with a decorative obi featuring vibrant colors like orange and yellow. The doll's attire appears meticulously crafted, showcasing detailed designs that reflect Japanese cultural aesthetics. The background is plain, allowing focus on the intricate beauty and craftsmanship of the doll. The image conveys a sense of cultural heritage and artistry that is rich in tradition and attention to detail.

Name/Title

Postcard

Entry/Object ID

2022.1.112

Scope and Content

A postcard with Miss Mie, one of the Japanese Friendship Dolls from the 1920s.

Context

The postcard was given to the St. Joseph Museums by Mr. Aoki, a world class Japanese Friendship Doll conservator from Japan, as a gift for hosting him to conserve Miss Hyogo.

Archive Details

Primary Language

Japanese