Wood Mouse on Wreath

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a charming, hand-crafted ornament featuring a small mouse with a wooden head, accented with red ears and a nose, nestled within a circular wreath made of twigs. The mouse’s nose and ears are highlighted with a vibrant red color that matches the long, thin tail extending from its body, adding a delightful touch of color to the ornament. Located on a textured, off-white surface, the wreath is elegantly adorned with a red ribbon tied in a bow, which complements the overall design while providing an additional festive element. The subtle simplicity and rustic charm of the ornament are balanced by the playful details, making it suitable as a decorative item for various occasions, likely intended to evoke a warm, cozy, or festive atmosphere. The combination of natural materials and bright colors gives the piece a unique aesthetic appeal, suggesting it could be used as a holiday decoration or a whimsical addition to almost any home décor theme.

The image depicts a charming, hand-crafted ornament featuring a small mouse with a wooden head, accented with red ears and a nose, nestled within a circular wreath made of twigs. The mouse’s nose and ears are highlighted with a vibrant red color that matches the long, thin tail extending from its body, adding a delightful touch of color to the ornament. Located on a textured, off-white surface, the wreath is elegantly adorned with a red ribbon tied in a bow, which complements the overall design while providing an additional festive element. The subtle simplicity and rustic charm of the ornament are balanced by the playful details, making it suitable as a decorative item for various occasions, likely intended to evoke a warm, cozy, or festive atmosphere. The combination of natural materials and bright colors gives the piece a unique aesthetic appeal, suggesting it could be used as a holiday decoration or a whimsical addition to almost any home décor theme.

Name/Title

Wood Mouse on Wreath

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1690

Description

Small wooden mouse on wreath ornament with red bow. 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.