Round Cheese from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

-

St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a cylindrical container made of a transparent material, possibly plastic, within which a piece of brown, perforated paper is coiled. The paper appears to have a fibrous texture, suggestive of a tea bag material, with light gray contents visible inside. Emerging from the center of the coiled paper is a white string, likely intended for steeping, which extends outward and is slightly frayed at the edges. The background consists of a white, textured surface that resembles polystyrene or foam, providing contrast to the brown and white elements of the container. A small white tag is partially visible, likely attached to the string, which is a common feature of tea bags for easy retrieval from hot water. The arrangement and materials suggest a handmade or artisanal tea bag designed aesthetically, with attention to natural and sustainable materials. The overall image communicates a sense of simplicity and functionality, highlighting the natural texture and design elements of the tea bag.

The image displays a cylindrical container made of a transparent material, possibly plastic, within which a piece of brown, perforated paper is coiled. The paper appears to have a fibrous texture, suggestive of a tea bag material, with light gray contents visible inside. Emerging from the center of the coiled paper is a white string, likely intended for steeping, which extends outward and is slightly frayed at the edges. The background consists of a white, textured surface that resembles polystyrene or foam, providing contrast to the brown and white elements of the container. A small white tag is partially visible, likely attached to the string, which is a common feature of tea bags for easy retrieval from hot water. The arrangement and materials suggest a handmade or artisanal tea bag designed aesthetically, with attention to natural and sustainable materials. The overall image communicates a sense of simplicity and functionality, highlighting the natural texture and design elements of the tea bag.

Name/Title

Round Cheese from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1968

Description

A round piece of cheese made with a clear plastic cylinder with yellow paper and drawn on holes. Inside the cylinder is a strip of grey fur. 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.