Male and Female Chinese Dolls, as gifted by Gladys Aylward to friends

Comprises two items: a Chinese female doll; and a Chinese male doll - both of which were made in Sian, Shensi Province. Note that it was Gladys Aylward's custom to give dolls and other Chinese accessories as gifts to fundraisers. For further historical context to these items, please also see 'Memo...

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Date(s) of creation: n.d.
Level: File
Format: Archive           
Main author: Aylward; Gladys (1902-1970); missionary
URL: http://digital.soas.ac.uk/LOAA005746/00001
URL Description: Digital version available online at SOAS Digital Collections

Summary: Comprises two items: a Chinese female doll; and a Chinese male doll - both of which were made in Sian, Shensi Province. Note that it was Gladys Aylward's custom to give dolls and other Chinese accessories as gifts to fundraisers. For further historical context to these items, please also see 'Memories of Gladys Aylward' by Reverend Patrice Sessions (Reference: MS 291571/09/01).
Main author: Aylward; Gladys (1902-1970); missionary
Extent: 1 artefact box: 2 objects: L31cm x W10cm
Admin history: These Chinese dolls, along with others, were brought back to the UK by Gladys Aylward whilst visiting friends. She brought the collection of dolls as samples to sell in aid of fundraising.
Access status: Restrictions apply
Access conditions: As artefacts are fragile, please request permission from Archivist to view them.
Language: English
File number: 5
Physical description: Fragile - gloves must be worn
Finding aids: Handlist available
Copies: Digital images available.
Related material: 'Memories of Gladys Aylward' by Reverend Patrice Sessions (SOAS Reference: MS 291571/09/01)
Format: Archive