Rag doll used in experiments on the gender behaviour of children

Made:
1990-2000
Rag doll used in experiments on the gender behaviour of children

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Rag doll, part of a range of toys used within research examining biological and social factors that shape children's toy preferences, conducted by City University (London)’s Dept. of Psychology and Behavioural Neuroendocrinology Research Centre, c.2000.

Details

Category:
Psychology, Psychiatry & Anthropometry
Object Number:
2000-398
Materials:
fabric
Measurements:
overall: 350 x 350 x 220 mm
type:
doll
credit:
City University

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