Doll

MOA: University of British Columbia

3660/15

Small beaded doll. Doll has cylindrical body with alternating bands of white and black around the upper torso. They have two cylindrical white legs, and a pointed pedal-like skirt at the waist. Their arms are fashioned similar to the skirt - two beaded loops, one on each side. The face is black with white eyes and mouth, and white and black hair or headdress.


  • Type of Item doll
  • Culture South African
  • Material plastic, fibre
  • Measurements height 11.7 cm, width 5.0 cm, depth 2.8 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Ruth Phillips
  • Received from Ruth Phillips

  • Made in South Africa

  • Ownership Date before March 5, 2024
  • Acquisition Date on March 5, 2024

  • Item Classes beadwork
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3660/0015