Wood Mouse Magnet with Red Ears from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a small, handcrafted model of a mouse, featuring a dark brown body made from what appears to be a polished seed or nut, serving as the main structure of the mouse's body. Attached to this body are two vibrant red ears that contrast vividly against the darker hue, lending the mouse a whimsical and charming appearance. Its eyes are small, rounded, and appear to be simply painted on, giving the mouse a playful, cartoonish look. There is a slim tail attached to the body, represented by a thin strip of material or cord, creating a sense of movement, while a piece of white string is tied around the body, possibly indicating the mouse is used as an ornament or a decorative piece. The background consists of a textured surface that resembles white Styrofoam or similar material, which provides a neutral backdrop, allowing the details and colors of the mouse to stand out distinctly.

The image depicts a small, handcrafted model of a mouse, featuring a dark brown body made from what appears to be a polished seed or nut, serving as the main structure of the mouse's body. Attached to this body are two vibrant red ears that contrast vividly against the darker hue, lending the mouse a whimsical and charming appearance. Its eyes are small, rounded, and appear to be simply painted on, giving the mouse a playful, cartoonish look. There is a slim tail attached to the body, represented by a thin strip of material or cord, creating a sense of movement, while a piece of white string is tied around the body, possibly indicating the mouse is used as an ornament or a decorative piece. The background consists of a textured surface that resembles white Styrofoam or similar material, which provides a neutral backdrop, allowing the details and colors of the mouse to stand out distinctly.

Name/Title

Wood Mouse Magnet with Red Ears from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1977

Description

A dark wood Mouse with a brown tail and red ears. 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.