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Seller's Notes:Chinese Doctor's Lady Figurine 9" x 2.5" x 1.5" Has been repaired with obvious cracks and glue. A Chinese medical doll, also known as a diagnostic doll or "Doctor's lady" is a type of small sculpture of a female figure, historically used in China and parts of Asia as a diagnostic tool. In China, the dolls have been recorded as early as the 15th century Ming Dynasty, with some still seeing use into the 1950s. During this time, the prevailing attitudes of feminine modesty made it improper for a woman to gesture or describe parts of her own body. Because of this, when seeing a physician, a woman would indicate medical issues by referring instead to the respective anatomy of the doll.

Brand: China Furniture & Arts