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| Continent: | Africa |
| Country: | Gambia |
| Year: | 2011 |
| Type: | Local dress |
| Material: | Rag and cloth |
| Maker: | Local craftsman |
| Id: | Africa - Gambia - 003 |
Gambia is surrounded on three sides by Senegal, with the Atlantic Ocean being on the other side. It has a tropical climate with heavy seasonal rains. It produces groundnuts (peanuts) and palm kernels.
This doll was hand made by a local craftsman. It is a male doll with a cloth over wire armature body. He has embroidered features and is wearing a colourful kaftan and matching hat.
11" high. Gambia. 2011.
Makers marks: None.