Doll

c. 1941

Stella Mosher

Associated Names
Stella Mosher

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a porcelain doll in a Victorian dress with a side view of its articulated body. The image features a doll dressed in a traditional Victorian-style gown, complete with a cape and a bonnet. The doll has a soft expression with rosy cheeks and blonde hair styled in curls. Its dress is detailed with delicate lace trimmings, gathered fabric, and vibrant striped lining on the cape. Beside the doll is a depiction of its articulated body, showcasing the joints typical of such dolls, often made of wood or similar material. The background is a plain light color, emphasizing the details and colors of the Victorian attire and the craftsmanship of the doll.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.3 x 49.9 cm (15 7/8 x 19 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15383


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64632750

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