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2018.3.68; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.68; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Japanese Geisha Doll in Colorful Kimono
2018.3.68; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.68; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Japanese Geisha Doll in Colorful Kimono

Artifact ID2018.3.68
Object Type Doll
Date before 1975
Medium porcelain, fiber, fabric, ribbon, wood, thread, plastic, paint
DimensionsOverall H 8 3/4 in x W 3 1/2 in x D 2 1/2 in (22.2 cm x 8.9 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA multicolored fabric flower decorates a doll's black hair. She has painted facial features and is wearing a bright, colorful floral kimono. It is lined with red fabric. A red obi with a golden print is tied around her waist.
Historical NoteThis doll is from Susan Ford Bales' childhood doll collection. President Ford may have purchased it during his trip to Japan on November 18 to 22, 1974.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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