Dolls

A doll is an object that represents a baby or other human being. Dolls have been around since the dawn of human civilization, and have been fashioned from a vast array of materials, ranging from stone, clay, wood, bone, cloth and paper, to porcelain, china, rubber and plastic.

A porcelain doll from the Czech Republic
While dolls have traditionally been toys for children.In ancient times, dolls were used as representations of a deity, and played a central role in religious ceremonies.

Dolls are used by health professionals, medical schools and social workers to train doctors and nurses in various health procedures.