Red Beaded Smiling Man made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a small, whimsical figurine made of various materials. It is designed in the likeness of a human figure, wearing a vibrant red outfit that consists of a hat with a brim and a feather-like black decoration protruding from the top. The face is painted with expressive features, including wide eyes and a cheerful smile. The arms and legs are jointed, giving the impression of possible movement, and they are adorned with black and gold details that resemble boots. The figurine is positioned against a textured, neutral background that appears to be bubble wrap or similar protective material, highlighting its intricate and colorful design.

The image shows a small, whimsical figurine made of various materials. It is designed in the likeness of a human figure, wearing a vibrant red outfit that consists of a hat with a brim and a feather-like black decoration protruding from the top. The face is painted with expressive features, including wide eyes and a cheerful smile. The arms and legs are jointed, giving the impression of possible movement, and they are adorned with black and gold details that resemble boots. The figurine is positioned against a textured, neutral background that appears to be bubble wrap or similar protective material, highlighting its intricate and colorful design.

Name/Title

Red Beaded Smiling Man made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1592

Description

3 inch red beaded doll smiling while looking off to his right. Around his red waist is a black sash and on his feet are black boots. 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.