TERA Gallery - African Art and Antiquities "Altering The Way You View The World Of Art" |
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| PUPPETS & DOLLS |
| When the concept of "doll" is considered in the context of African culture, they are usually not children's playthings, but rather objects that are laden with ritual and religious associations within the community. African dolls are used to teach, and entertain, they are supernatural intermediaries, and they are manipulated for ritual purposes. |