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Mechanical Walking Doll

Bertha Semple

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a doll standing upright wearing an elegant gown. The doll has a smooth, pale face with closed lips, black hair with soft waves, and is dressed in a gown with an off-the-shoulder neckline, lace or embroidered trim, fitted bodice, and full skirt. It wears small black shoes and is set against a plain, off-white background with signs of age or use. No accessories or other objects are present in the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3551 × 4562 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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