The Supremes Robert Tonner Doll

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a fashion doll lying on a dark blue, perhaps velvet, fabric surface. The doll wears a stylish outfit consisting of a bright yellow dress, which is slightly sparkly, accented with a decorative feature at the neckline that resembles a cluster of little jewels or sequins. Over the dress, the doll wears a tailored, light yellow coat with a nice sheen, seemingly made from a textured material. Her expression is poised, with a gentle smile and striking facial features including prominent eyes and softly painted lips. Her hair is styled neatly, likely in an updo or another elegant fashion. Adorning her feet are red strappy high heels that add a pop of color against her otherwise yellow-themed attire. The background, which serves as a simple and plain contrast, highlights the vibrant colors and elegant details of the doll's ensemble. Overall, the doll exudes a sense of style and sophistication.

The image depicts a fashion doll lying on a dark blue, perhaps velvet, fabric surface. The doll wears a stylish outfit consisting of a bright yellow dress, which is slightly sparkly, accented with a decorative feature at the neckline that resembles a cluster of little jewels or sequins. Over the dress, the doll wears a tailored, light yellow coat with a nice sheen, seemingly made from a textured material. Her expression is poised, with a gentle smile and striking facial features including prominent eyes and softly painted lips. Her hair is styled neatly, likely in an updo or another elegant fashion. Adorning her feet are red strappy high heels that add a pop of color against her otherwise yellow-themed attire. The background, which serves as a simple and plain contrast, highlights the vibrant colors and elegant details of the doll's ensemble. Overall, the doll exudes a sense of style and sophistication.

Name/Title

The Supremes Robert Tonner Doll

Entry/Object ID

2022.14.1

Description

From the Dreamgirls Collection Robert Tonner doll with brown eyes, black hair, red makeup, and red nails dressed in a yellow knee length dress, a gold and jeweled belt, with a orange jacket, red shoes, and gold sun earrings.

Context

Robert Tonner (born July 14, 1952) is an American entrepreneur, fashion designer, sculptor, doll artist, and owner of Tonner Doll Company, Inc. and the Effanbee Doll Company, Inc. Robert Tonner is best known for his fashion doll designs and the creation of the Tonner Doll Company, which designs a number of original doll lines, such as the Tyler Wentworth and Antoinette series. In addition, Tonner Doll Company Inc. contracts with and designs for many major film studios. They have designed dolls for films such as Harry Potter, Spider-Man 3, Twilight, Gone with the Wind and The Wizard of Oz. Robert Tonner has received national and international artistic awards and recognition including a permanent piece at The Louvre Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris. He has also served as President of the National Institute of American Doll Artist (NIADA)

Collection

Doll Museum

Parts

Count

1

Color

Yellow, Red, Gold, Orange

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good