Peg Doll

Date1840-1870

MediumWood, paint, gesso, and linen

DimensionsOH: 4 1/4"

Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors

Object number1971-1719

DescriptionThe doll is carved wood. She is jointed at the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. She has a simple rounded head that is gessoed and painted with black hair pulled back and simple facial features. The lowers arms are painted white and the legs below the knees are painted white with shoes painted on the feet. She wears a linen petticoat.

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