Shadow Boxes

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a miniature diorama showcasing traditional folk dancers and musicians. The scene features several figures dressed in colorful, ornate costumes typical of Eastern European folk attire. In the center, a group of women is circling a maypole-like structure adorned with ribbons and greenery, suggesting a festive or ceremonial dance. At the side, musicians equipped with instruments like a drum and fiddle, wearing similarly vibrant costumes, provide a sense of rhythm and celebration. The backdrop and base are painted with grass and flowers, enhancing the pastoral and joyful ambiance. The intricate details and vibrant colors capture the essence of cultural heritage and traditional festivities.

The image depicts a miniature diorama showcasing traditional folk dancers and musicians. The scene features several figures dressed in colorful, ornate costumes typical of Eastern European folk attire. In the center, a group of women is circling a maypole-like structure adorned with ribbons and greenery, suggesting a festive or ceremonial dance. At the side, musicians equipped with instruments like a drum and fiddle, wearing similarly vibrant costumes, provide a sense of rhythm and celebration. The backdrop and base are painted with grass and flowers, enhancing the pastoral and joyful ambiance. The intricate details and vibrant colors capture the essence of cultural heritage and traditional festivities.

Name/Title

Shadow Boxes

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1519

Description

Shadow box from the Shadow Box Room. Gaic Spring (Slavic) Festival. All figures attached to box. Green painted interior. 3 male figures with musical instruments (2 violins, 1 drum), red/blue costumes. 5 female figures, all brightly dressed, in a circle holding ribbons attached to a tree in the middle. 4 plastic flowers variously spaced on the ground/floor. "Designed, painted, gift of Louise Bradley" "An ancient Slavonic custom to welcome the forthcoming spring called "Milk" or " Nowe latko" (New Summer). It consisted in carrying a sappy tree, trimmed with ribbons and tinsels along the village on Tuesday after Easter, at Pentecost or at the beginning of May. The participants of that festivity, mostly children and girls, walked from one farmhouse to another wishing good luck and singing occasional songs."

Collection

Doll Museum

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Shadow Boxes

Parts

Count

18

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jan 9, 2014