Russian Stacking Doll Meaning

What are russian stacking dolls called? Do you know the history of the Matryoshka Dolls?

The first Matryoshka dolls were designed and painted by Sergey Malyutin and Vasily Zvyozdochkin in 1890, in an area north of Moscow. This region remains famous for its Slavic culture and folk art. shop 7pcs wooden Russian doll set.

The word 'matryoshka' translates to 'little matron,' a common meaning of the old Russian Matryona or Matriosha. The base name was "Mater," from Latin, means 'mother,' influencing the meaning and cultural histroy of the dolls. 

Having a large and close-knit family is common in Russia and even important factor is traditional Russian culture with many generations and relatives playing an active role in the family dynamic, including grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.

The Matryoshka doll represents the Russian babushka, a strong female matriarch and a central figure in the Russian family.