Darn It Dolly darner

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Darn It Dolly darner

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.76

Description

Ceramic darning doll nicknamed “Darn It Dolly” or “Darning Dodo." Hand-painted, featuring brunette doll wearing a white dress with blue puff sleeves and pink piping details. Small floral details throughout. Dress reads “DARN IT.” Some wear and cracking/paint chipping throughout. Feet visible at base.

Collection

Carolyn Headley Darner Collection

Category

Tools

Acquisition

Accession

2021.2

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

darning eggs

Dimensions

Height

14 cm

Material

Ceramic, Paint, Fabric, Ribbon

Color

Brown, Pink, White, Blue

Research Notes

Notes

Reference: p. 135 (plate 319) in "Darn It!"