Red and Black Bead Man with Fez Cap made by Josephine Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a small, handcrafted figurine made of a variety of beads and materials, arranged to form a humanoid figure. The body consists of bright red and black beads, forming the torso, legs, and arms, while a round white bead with painted features serves as the head. The head is topped with a red, fez-like hat and there's a small tuft of brown material attached to it, resembling hair or a tassel. This figure lies on a reflective, light blue circular surface, possibly a piece of metal or a shiny fabric. Its expression is simple, with black markings denoting the eyes and mouth. The limbs are articulated using smaller beads, allowing for rudimentary movement, and the feet are made from tiny beige pieces, perhaps mimicking shoes or boots. Hanging from the arms are small red embellishments, giving the appearance of hands or ornaments. The overall effect is charming and whimsical, evoking a sense of nostalgia, as it recalls traditional toys or decorative items.

The image depicts a small, handcrafted figurine made of a variety of beads and materials, arranged to form a humanoid figure. The body consists of bright red and black beads, forming the torso, legs, and arms, while a round white bead with painted features serves as the head. The head is topped with a red, fez-like hat and there's a small tuft of brown material attached to it, resembling hair or a tassel. This figure lies on a reflective, light blue circular surface, possibly a piece of metal or a shiny fabric. Its expression is simple, with black markings denoting the eyes and mouth. The limbs are articulated using smaller beads, allowing for rudimentary movement, and the feet are made from tiny beige pieces, perhaps mimicking shoes or boots. Hanging from the arms are small red embellishments, giving the appearance of hands or ornaments. The overall effect is charming and whimsical, evoking a sense of nostalgia, as it recalls traditional toys or decorative items.

Name/Title

Red and Black Bead Man with Fez Cap made by Josephine Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1629

Description

A 4 inch bead doll with red shirt and black pants and sleeves resting on a silver cardboard circle. His pants are accented with red and he has white shoes. On his head is a red few cap with an orange feather at the top. From a collection of dolls made by Mrs. John Duncan/assorted materials /painted eyes/yarn hair/bodies made with beads, buttons, lace, ribbon jewelry, other materials/approximately 134 dolls, from the Doll Museum Collection.