Red Eared Grey Mouse

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a small ceramic or porcelain figurine of a stylized animal that resembles a mouse, positioned upright against a textured white background that seems to be some sort of soft, foam-like material, adding a subtle contrast to the sculpture’s glossy surface. The figurine features distinctively large ears with a deep red inner color that stands out against the rest of its bluish-gray and white body, emphasizing the character of the piece. The expression on its face is somewhat simplistic, with understated black lines suggesting eyes and eyebrows, giving it a whimsical and slightly cartoonish appearance. Its front paws rest endearingly on its belly, contributing to the charming and approachable demeanor portrayed by its design. The fluidity in the blend of colors across the body of the figurine, transitioning from dark hues at the top to lighter shades towards the bottom, creates a visually pleasing gradient that highlights the craftsmanship of the piece.

The image shows a small ceramic or porcelain figurine of a stylized animal that resembles a mouse, positioned upright against a textured white background that seems to be some sort of soft, foam-like material, adding a subtle contrast to the sculpture’s glossy surface. The figurine features distinctively large ears with a deep red inner color that stands out against the rest of its bluish-gray and white body, emphasizing the character of the piece. The expression on its face is somewhat simplistic, with understated black lines suggesting eyes and eyebrows, giving it a whimsical and slightly cartoonish appearance. Its front paws rest endearingly on its belly, contributing to the charming and approachable demeanor portrayed by its design. The fluidity in the blend of colors across the body of the figurine, transitioning from dark hues at the top to lighter shades towards the bottom, creates a visually pleasing gradient that highlights the craftsmanship of the piece.

Name/Title

Red Eared Grey Mouse

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1788

Description

Charcoal grey mouse with red ears and paws crossed. From a collection of dolls by Reverend C. Ross McClellan containing approximately 400 mice of varying sizes, shapes, and styles, from the Doll Museum Collection.