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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.