Queen Beni-Husanesh Shuruq from the Saroff Doll Collection

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a handcrafted doll that appears to be inspired by ancient Egyptian fashion and style. The doll is adorned with a headdress featuring a gold-like band wrapped around the head, enhancing the regal appearance. It has finely painted facial features, including bold eyebrows and crimson lips, giving it a striking appearance. The doll is dressed in a long, elegant white gown that flows down to its feet, made of a ribbed fabric that adds texture and realism. The dress is embellished with golden bands at the chest and wrists, as well as large decorative gemstones on the collar. The doll stands on a square yellow platform, providing stability and an elevated display. The arms of the doll hang by its sides, and each hand seems to have distinct red-painted fingertips, suggesting a creative, artisan touch. Overall, the craftsmanship highlights attention to detail, emphasizing the luxurious and ornate aesthetic typical of a bygone era.

The image features a handcrafted doll that appears to be inspired by ancient Egyptian fashion and style. The doll is adorned with a headdress featuring a gold-like band wrapped around the head, enhancing the regal appearance. It has finely painted facial features, including bold eyebrows and crimson lips, giving it a striking appearance. The doll is dressed in a long, elegant white gown that flows down to its feet, made of a ribbed fabric that adds texture and realism. The dress is embellished with golden bands at the chest and wrists, as well as large decorative gemstones on the collar. The doll stands on a square yellow platform, providing stability and an elevated display. The arms of the doll hang by its sides, and each hand seems to have distinct red-painted fingertips, suggesting a creative, artisan touch. Overall, the craftsmanship highlights attention to detail, emphasizing the luxurious and ornate aesthetic typical of a bygone era.

Name/Title

Queen Beni-Husanesh Shuruq from the Saroff Doll Collection

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.68

Description

Queen Beni-Husanesh Shuruq (Egyptian woman) (3000 B.C.-525 B.C) From the Mode in Costume Series

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Notes

Saroff