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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Belarus Doll
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Belarus Doll

Artifact ID1982.30642.01
Object Type Doll
Gifter
Maker (Chicago, IL)
Date 20th Century
Medium Fabric
Dimensions16 in. (40.6 cm)
Physical DescriptionA doll dressed in the native costume of Belarus: a white high-necked long-sleeved blouse embroidered in red and black cross stitch floral and geometric design; a red vest with white buttons; a red, tan, green, yellow, and black plaid full length skirt; a white apron with same cross stitch design and “A BIELASUSIAN” in red cross stitch; and a white kerchief with same cross stitch design. The doll has a plastic body, blue eyes that open and close, black lashes, and light brown curly hair. It has a gray stand, with “KAISER CHICAGO” etched on the bottom, along with a crown.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Country/CultureBelarusSoviet UnionPlace MadeUSA
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