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2018.3.45; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.45; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Indian Doll with Drum
2018.3.45; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.45; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Indian Doll with Drum

Artifact ID2018.3.45
Object Type Doll
Date before 2018
Medium textile, thread, fiber, paint, wood, burlap
DimensionsOverall H 12 in x W 5 1/4 in x D 3 1/2 in (30.5 cm x 13.3 cm x 8.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA fabric doll with painted facial features is wearing a red turban and a white and blue garment over a pair of neutral-colored pants. A tall narrow drum is supported by his hands as it hangs from his neck.
Historical NoteThis doll is from Susan Ford Bales' childhood doll collection.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Daughter Susan Ford Bales donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2018.
Credit LineGift of Susan Ford Bales
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images are thereof unrestricted.
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