Wood Mouse With Buck Teeth from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a charming, handcrafted mouse figurine made from a combination of brown materials and textures, featuring a ridged wooden body that gives it an organic feel, highlighted by two small, round, black eyes that add a touch of life to its tiny presence. Its ears are fashioned from two distinct brown-toned, felt-like materials, with the inner one boasting a slightly darker hue, adding depth and character to the mouse’s whimsical expression. The mouse figurine is placed on a white, textured surface that provides a contrasting backdrop, allowing the intricate details of the mouse's construction to stand out prominently. The tail extends towards the background in a slender, thread-like fashion, possibly made from a thin piece of string or cord that blends subtly with the overall aesthetic of the piece. The simplicity and craftsmanship of this figurine is captivating, evoking a sense of playfulness and creativity found in artisanal handmade objects.

The image showcases a charming, handcrafted mouse figurine made from a combination of brown materials and textures, featuring a ridged wooden body that gives it an organic feel, highlighted by two small, round, black eyes that add a touch of life to its tiny presence. Its ears are fashioned from two distinct brown-toned, felt-like materials, with the inner one boasting a slightly darker hue, adding depth and character to the mouse’s whimsical expression. The mouse figurine is placed on a white, textured surface that provides a contrasting backdrop, allowing the intricate details of the mouse's construction to stand out prominently. The tail extends towards the background in a slender, thread-like fashion, possibly made from a thin piece of string or cord that blends subtly with the overall aesthetic of the piece. The simplicity and craftsmanship of this figurine is captivating, evoking a sense of playfulness and creativity found in artisanal handmade objects.

Name/Title

Wood Mouse With Buck Teeth from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1948

Description

Brown wood Mouse With buck teeth and a long tail. 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.