1.   A Japanese doll!

2.   For centuries, Japanese dolls have served as sculpture, talismans, learning tools, souvenirs and palace gifts -- but almost never as playthings.

3.   Most other Japanese dolls might disappoint a child in the West, where the custom is to play with dolls by dressing and undressing them.

4.   Among other pieces shown were statuettes, portraits, a Japanese doll, a tray from Barcelona and a Greek icon.

5.   Japanese dolls and fans surround her.