Damal doll reveals hidden metaphors of Turkmen culture2026-02-24
Nicknamed the “Turkish Barbie,” the intricately dressed Damal doll — clad in vibrant traditional Turkmen attire — stands as a colorful symbol of northeastern Türkiye's heritage. Crafted by 80-year-old Fidan Atmaca, the beloved “mother of Damal dolls” from the…
The 1905 doll That Took France By Storm By Mary Davis Long before American Girl dolls stepped out of history and into little gir...
Asharikandi terracotta bodies to invite PM2026-02-25
In Asharikandi village of Dhubri, local residents have decided to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to their famed terracotta and traditional doll-making hub. After being featured in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ and receiving a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, the clust…