Woman with 1850s Dress Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a small, handcrafted doll dressed in a vintage-style outfit primarily consisting of pink fabric with black stripes. The doll has a detailed, embroidered face with delicate features such as eyes, a small nose, and red lips. On its head, the doll wears a hat adorned with ruffled fabric in varying shades of purple and white, adding a touch of elegance. It appears to be holding a small piece of red thread or ribbon in one hand. The doll's dress features intricate lace and ribbon detailing, with a cinched waist and a voluminous skirt. The background consists of a textured, off-white surface, which contrasts with the brighter shades of the doll, bringing attention to its handcrafted details. The overall presentation suggests a sense of nostalgia and craftsmanship, highlighting the artistic effort and creativity involved in its creation.

The image depicts a small, handcrafted doll dressed in a vintage-style outfit primarily consisting of pink fabric with black stripes. The doll has a detailed, embroidered face with delicate features such as eyes, a small nose, and red lips. On its head, the doll wears a hat adorned with ruffled fabric in varying shades of purple and white, adding a touch of elegance. It appears to be holding a small piece of red thread or ribbon in one hand. The doll's dress features intricate lace and ribbon detailing, with a cinched waist and a voluminous skirt. The background consists of a textured, off-white surface, which contrasts with the brighter shades of the doll, bringing attention to its handcrafted details. The overall presentation suggests a sense of nostalgia and craftsmanship, highlighting the artistic effort and creativity involved in its creation.

Name/Title

Woman with 1850s Dress Doll made by Josephine Smith Duncan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1563

Description

One four inch cloth doll with a mauve-colored layered dress with black accents and white lacing on the bodice and a mauve and white-colored bonnet. Doll is holding a flower bouquet in one hand and a paper, pink heart in the other hand. From a collection of dolls made by Mrs. John Duncan/assorted materials /painted eyes/yarn hair/bodies made with beads, buttons, lace, ribbon jewelry, other materials/approximately 134 dolls, from the Doll Museum Collection.