Rosy Cheeked Green Man with Wooden Top Hat Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a handmade, whimsical doll standing on a white, textured surface, likely made of felt or a similar material, with a slender, wooden, crafted body and limbs covered in green felt. The doll is adorned with a tall, cylindrical hat that matches the green hue of its attire, giving it an elegant yet playful appearance. Its face is simply painted with delicate, rosy cheeks and dark eyes, capturing a quaint, expressive charm. In its right hand, the doll holds a thin black stick or cane, enhancing its distinguished look. A beige ribbon or scarf is neatly draped around its neck, complementing the overall green and beige color scheme. The doll's left arm is slightly bent, adding a dynamic, lifelike posture to the figure. Its feet rest on a green, flat base that provides stability and allows the doll to stand upright.

The image depicts a handmade, whimsical doll standing on a white, textured surface, likely made of felt or a similar material, with a slender, wooden, crafted body and limbs covered in green felt. The doll is adorned with a tall, cylindrical hat that matches the green hue of its attire, giving it an elegant yet playful appearance. Its face is simply painted with delicate, rosy cheeks and dark eyes, capturing a quaint, expressive charm. In its right hand, the doll holds a thin black stick or cane, enhancing its distinguished look. A beige ribbon or scarf is neatly draped around its neck, complementing the overall green and beige color scheme. The doll's left arm is slightly bent, adding a dynamic, lifelike posture to the figure. Its feet rest on a green, flat base that provides stability and allows the doll to stand upright.

Name/Title

Rosy Cheeked Green Man with Wooden Top Hat Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1560

Description

Three and a half inch man standing on grass green stand with one foot. Wearing a felt green coat with faded green paper pants. Includes a cane in his right hand, a watch on the left wrist, and a wooden top hat with green rim. 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.