Russian Island sells ONLY Russian made hand painted dolls !!! No cheap copies, all the dolls are authentic !!! Hand painted in Russia, Sergiev Posad in 1990s, and signed by Russian artist. 5 pieces. H -3.25”. It is in very good vintage condition but it might have some imperfections (see pictures). There may be slight variations in painting because all the dolls are hand painted but they are very close to the picture.

In Russia making wooden objects which fit each inside other has many Centuries tradition. Gradually these figurines became to be carved in the shape of dolls. These dolls were made and painted by Russian craftsmen. This fabulous Russian doll was given the name MATRIOSHKA [matryoshka, matreshka] which originated from root of the word maternity. It became a symbol of FERTILITY and PERPETUATION. It has been a good luck present for a very long time.