Nesting Doll
Date1933
Mediumwood, paint, varnish
Dimensions4 7/8 × 2 1/4 × 2 1/4 in. (12.4 × 5.7 × 5.7 cm)
ClassificationsRecreational Objects
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Fran Tuthill
Object numberPC2003.8.1.3
DescriptionThis hand-painted nesting doll, crafted in 1933, is an example of the iconic Russian Matryoshka, or nesting doll. A symbol of Russian folk art, these wooden figures are known for their rounded forms and the way each smaller doll fits inside a larger one. Traditionally, they depict scenes from folklore or culturally significant characters. This particular doll features a classic Russian outfit, including a floral orange dress and a babushka headscarf. Matryoshka dolls offer a window into Russia’s rich cultural heritage and the enduring beauty of handmade craftsmanship.On View
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1933
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