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Gift of Mrs. John W. Soper, 1977.30.3 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Thread Dolls
Gift of Mrs. John W. Soper, 1977.30.3 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Thread Dolls

Mediumsilk embroidery thread
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height of larger doll): 1 1/4in. (3.2cm) Other (height of smaller doll): 7/8in. (2.2cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Mrs. John W. Soper
Object number1977.30.3
DescriptionA tiny girl doll holding a smaller "baby" by hand. Both dolls are made of pink, blue, and black silk embroidery threads. The larger doll has two black beads for eyes, and the smaller doll does not have any facial features.
Status
Not on view
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