Doll wearing habit worn by Missionaries of Charity

Creator

Creation Date

20th century

Preview

Date Available

June 2014

Description

Plastic doll is wearing a habit worn by the Missionaries of Charity, founded by Blessed Mother Teresa in Calcutta, India in 1950. The habit is patterned after the traditional sari. The doll is wearing a white sari and white veil, both of which have blue striped trim along the edges. A metal crucifix is pinned to the front of the habit.

Provenance

Donated by Pauline A. Money

Keywords

Catholic sisters, nuns, religious orders, dolls, habits, Missionaries of Charity

Identifier

ND0123

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