Shell Mice from Hawaii from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a whimsical figurine crafted from seashells, designed to look like a small animal or insect. It features an elongated shell for the body, topped with a tiny, glossy head adorned with exaggerated eyes and delicate antennae or ears. Atop the main figure sits a smaller similar figure, with a simple round shell body and a small face featuring large, cartoonish eyes. These components come together to create a charming, imaginative sculpture that playfully combines natural textures with creative craftsmanship. The scene is set against a textured white background that resembles foam, adding to the playful and lighthearted feel of the creation. The use of shells gives the figurine an organic, seaside aesthetic, capturing a sense of humor and creativity. Overall, the piece evokes a sense of childlike wonder and artistry, as if brought to life by the ocean itself.

The image displays a whimsical figurine crafted from seashells, designed to look like a small animal or insect. It features an elongated shell for the body, topped with a tiny, glossy head adorned with exaggerated eyes and delicate antennae or ears. Atop the main figure sits a smaller similar figure, with a simple round shell body and a small face featuring large, cartoonish eyes. These components come together to create a charming, imaginative sculpture that playfully combines natural textures with creative craftsmanship. The scene is set against a textured white background that resembles foam, adding to the playful and lighthearted feel of the creation. The use of shells gives the figurine an organic, seaside aesthetic, capturing a sense of humor and creativity. Overall, the piece evokes a sense of childlike wonder and artistry, as if brought to life by the ocean itself.

Name/Title

Shell Mice from Hawaii from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1745

Description

Multi shell mice sculpture from Hawaii. 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.