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2018.3.77; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.77; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Pair of Japanese Hina Dolls
2018.3.77; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.77; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Pair of Japanese Hina Dolls

Artifact ID2018.3.77 a-d
Object Type Doll, Decorative
Date before 2018
Medium porcelain, fiber, thread, fabric, paint, wood, ribbon
DimensionsOverall H 2 3/4 in x W 4 3/4 in x D 2 1/2 in (7 cm x 12.1 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical Description(a-d) Two black-haired triangular dolls wearing kimonos are holding shiny golden objects. They are sitting on a black rectangular base in front of a gold background, which features a tree blooming with pink flowers.
Historical NoteThese dolls are miniature traditional Japanese Hina dolls associated with the Hinamatsuri Festival, also known as Doll's Day or Girl's Day, held on March 3 each year.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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