Our classic matryoshkas straight from Russia. The Matryoshka is one of the objects most commonly associated with Russia; Also called Russian Nesting dolls stacking dolls.
The first matryoshkas would have been created at the end of the 19th century, and then represented a peasant woman holding a rooster under her arm. This is where the matryoshkas get their name from, since in Russian a country woman with a robust appearance is called a " Matryoshka ". The rooster symbolized fertility, and in fact matryoshka dolls are still often seen as a guarantee of fertility. Height of the first doll.
Technique used: mixt, watercolor, tempera. Our classic matryoshkas straight from Russia The Matryoshka is one of the objects most commonly associated with Russia; Also called Russian Nesting dolls stacking dolls The first matryoshkas would have been created at the end of the 19th century, and then represented a peasant woman holding a rooster under her arm. Height of the first doll: 18 cm Number of pieces: 5 Technique used: mixt, watercolor, tempera Finishing: gloss varnishing Manufacturing: artisanal Origin: Moscow. This item is in the category "Dolls & Bears\Dolls, Clothing & Accessories\Dolls & Doll Playsets".The seller is "tresorsderussie2011" and is located in this country: FR. This item can be shipped worldwide.