1989.124; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Porcelain Doll in Green Dress
Artifact ID1989.124 a-c
Object Type
Doll, Decorative
Gifter
Louise Ann Birbeck
Maker
Louise Ann Birbeck
(Levittown, PA)
Date
1976
Medium
porcelain, paint, textile, thread, plastic
DimensionsOverall (a)(doll) H 17 in x W 10 1/2 in x D 8 in (43.2 cm x 26.7 cm x 20.3 cm )
Overall (b)(flag) H 10 1/2 in x W 5 in x D 1/4 in (26.7 cm x 12.7 cm x 0.6 cm )
Overall (c)(stand) H 8 in x W 4 in x D 3 1/2 in (20.3 cm x 10.2 cm x 8.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA porcelain doll is wearing a green and white dress; white lace accents the top portion and cuffs. Atop her head is a matching hat. She is holding an American flag in left proper right hand.Additional DetailsOverall (b)(flag) H 10 1/2 in x W 5 in x D 1/4 in (26.7 cm x 12.7 cm x 0.6 cm )
Overall (c)(stand) H 8 in x W 4 in x D 3 1/2 in (20.3 cm x 10.2 cm x 8.9 cm )
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during her husband's term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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