Russia has deep cultural roots and is known worldwide for its culture and history. One thing that Russia is especially well-known for is its beautiful handcrafts. Russian gifts are among the most sought after and fascinating handicrafts that have decorated Russian homes for decades. Nesting dolls (aka stacking dolls, Matryoshka, or Babushka dolls) were first brought to Russian in 1900 by Mamontov at the World Exhibition in Paris. Soon after, they were being made throughout Russia and the surrounding regions. Since then, Nesting dolls have been part and parcel of Russian traditions. The quality of the dolls varies depending on the material of wood used and craftsmen involved in their production. The fakes are easily differentiated by their garish colors and cheap quality of wood. Despite the fakes, Nesting dolls have been modified to meet peoples’ needs today.
Below are some of the reasons why nesting dolls will never get out of fashion:
Evolution from Traditional to Modern
Modern stacking doll sets have adopted many modern themes which is why they make such great gifts. For example, they are often modified from a traditional style that represented the Russian peasant woman to modern dolls that symbolize popular figures like the presidents, pop stars, athletes and many more. This modification means that the dolls remain totally fashionable.
They are used to Represent Movie Stars & Famous People
Disney stacking dolls are always popular in characters like Cinderella, Beauty and Beast, Pinocchio, Snow-white, Spiderman, Batman, Sponge Bob, it is a long list. Nesting dolls painted with movies stars are popular among children. With more stars coming up every day, that means their use will be increasing day by day.
Used as a Form of Education
Stacking Dolls toys can be used to educate children. Parents buy nesting dolls as gifts to their children as well as for educational purposes (motor skills development, counting, painting, socialization in groups etc). The doll toys also teach the children how to think about their families in future.
Cartoon Characters can be Painted on Stacking Dolls
Children like cartoons. Children will enjoy if their parents gift them with cartoons bearing cute nesting dolls. Nesting (stacking) dolls with cartoon characters can be good gifts for children especially during the festive season or on birthdays. Children can plan with nesting dolls for countless hours and not get bored or tired of playing.
They are Heirlooms
Many families pass down nicer high-quality collections from one generation to the next… Exclusive or one-of-a-kind nesting dolls are passed on from parents to their children as a way to preserve cultural heritage or family memories. Mothers pass their beautiful gifts to their daughters and they are taught the values attached to them. That way, the popularity of the nesting dolls will never dwindle.
They are Well Marketed
Russian Matryoshka Dolls dolls are well marketed. They are sold and collected everywhere around the globe. You can find collectors in every country and high quality exclusive nesting dolls gain in value with time, making them more valuable and more sought after. You can usually find them in specialty souvenir shops or on e-commerce sites. Since they are easily accessible and are liked by many people, they will always be on high demand and fashionable.
Russian Babushka Dolls are Valuable Collectibles
Owning a Babushka is like owning a piece of Russia history. Besides, it has its associated childlike wonder and magic. So if you are kind who love collectibles, then a set of wood dolls could be the perfect collection. Each set of babushka dolls is unique and carries with it real meaning. That means you will have some keepsake collectibles that will remind your significant other of your love.
