Darn It Dolly darner

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Darn It Dolly darner

Entry/Object ID

2021.2.89

Description

Ceramic darning doll nicknamed “Darn It Dolly” or “Darn It Dodo." Hand-painted, featuring blonde doll with brown apron, green puff sleeves, pink stripes down the back, and a red ribbon on top. Doll’s apron reads “DARN IT.” 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, Green, Red, Pink

Research Notes

Notes

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