Historical information

This cloth doll was made by Kallista woman, Beryl Collett (1925-2018) and forms part of a large and varied body of work by or about Beryl which is held by the Museum.

Significance

The Dandenongs have been the chosen home of many creative people who, like Beryl, have found inspiration in the natural beauty of the area. Much of this work was created by Beryl following her retirement from her accountancy job in 1980 and so epitomises the potential of the retirement phase of people's lives.
Beryl made several similar 'Angel' dolls. Photographs of these are at the Museum.

Physical description

Cloth doll dressed as an angel with wire wings at the back. Sky blue cloche hat with fabric flowers, long-sleeved melon shirt with lacework on bodice and diamante brooch, long skirt in patterned fabric. White pantaloons. Small back beaded purse hanging from front secured by ceramic button. Made by Bery Collett.

Inscriptions & markings

No inscription