Doll, early 1800s
Geographical origin unknown
Sealskin
Donor unrecorded
Museum number 1979-108
Dolls were traditionally made by young girls after learning the domestic skills of skinning an animal and processing the skins for clothing. Originally made as toys, they became sought after collectors' items.
Links:
[1] https://www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk/category/collectiontype/world-cultures-americas
[2] https://www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk/category/objectcategory/arctic
[3] https://www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk/category/objectcategory/inuit
[4] https://www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk/category/objectname/doll
[5] https://www.themcmanus-dundee.gov.uk/sites/default/files/adlib/1979-108.jpg