A wood doll with articulated joints and a spring head. He has red pants, a yellow and red stripped top coat with black collar.The wood and wire stand for the Dancing Ballerina is painted green, white and red. The base consists of a movable paddle atop the main platform that is secured with two leather straps. The user can press the end of the paddle to move the doll.
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Dancing Ballerina

Maker unknown

about 1900–20

Artwork Information

  • Title:

    Dancing Ballerina

  • Artist:

    Maker unknown

  • Artist Bio:

    American

  • Date:

    about 1900–20

  • Medium:

    Painted wood, wire, leather

  • Dimensions:

    14 x 5 3/8 inches

  • Credit Line:

    Wichita Art Museum, Museum purchase, Burneta Adair Endowment Fund

  • Object Number:

    2016.1.33a,b

  • Display:

    Not Currently on Display