Doll on an elliptical plastic base which reads "Romania", representing costume from Banat. The doll has a sequined headdress and a gold threaded head covering. She is wearing a painted waistcoat, and a cream dress. Her apron has red, blue, green and gold X crosses. Typed text on base reads “COOP “ARTA CRISANA” ORADEA SARAVAIE BANAT FATA SIMB. C.XVI 361 NI 403-74 Pret 75 lei.” This is the name and address of the co-operative workshop, model name and number and the price. 'Sheepskin bodice?' in handwriting. Represents a costume from Banat.

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MUSEUM NUMBER
2008.57
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overall: 220 mm x 140 mm x 90 mm
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