Snow globe Fiddle Playing Mouse from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a small snow globe featuring a whimsical figurine of a mouse inside; the mouse is wearing a green and white striped scarf and holding a musical instrument that resembles a guitar, creating a festive appearance. The mouse appears cheerful with wide eyes and prominent ears, capturing an air of joy and music within the tiny confines of this glass dome. The base of the snow globe is bright red, complementing the colorful interior figure. Around the mouse is a light sprinkling of faux snow, enhancing the wintry scene inside the globe. The background, though blurred, suggests a setting such as a store or a display area, where various decorative items might be showcased. The overall mood conveyed by the image is one of whimsy and holiday cheer, bringing a smile to those who happen upon this delightful object, making it a charming piece for seasonal decoration or gift-giving, capturing the spirit of celebration in a small, self-contained world.

The image shows a small snow globe featuring a whimsical figurine of a mouse inside; the mouse is wearing a green and white striped scarf and holding a musical instrument that resembles a guitar, creating a festive appearance. The mouse appears cheerful with wide eyes and prominent ears, capturing an air of joy and music within the tiny confines of this glass dome. The base of the snow globe is bright red, complementing the colorful interior figure. Around the mouse is a light sprinkling of faux snow, enhancing the wintry scene inside the globe. The background, though blurred, suggests a setting such as a store or a display area, where various decorative items might be showcased. The overall mood conveyed by the image is one of whimsy and holiday cheer, bringing a smile to those who happen upon this delightful object, making it a charming piece for seasonal decoration or gift-giving, capturing the spirit of celebration in a small, self-contained world.

Name/Title

Snow globe Fiddle Playing Mouse from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1718

Description

A plastic snow globe with a red base and a tan mouse inside. Mouse with a red coat and a green striped scarf the mouse is playing a fiddle. The colors on the coat and fiddle seem to be faded and the water level of the snow globe is below halfway. 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.