You’ve seen these dolls—but do you know the story behind Russia’s most famous souvenir

From Moscow’s bustling flea markets to global collectors’ shelves, the Matryoshka doll carries a story of tradition, survival ...
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How giant matryoshka dolls from the Urals travelled around the world (PHOTOS)

Traditional Russian figures from Yekaterinburg graced art galleries and other venues in 10 cities around the world. Where are they now? If you happened to be in Paris in late November 2018, you could ...
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The ultimate guide to Russian handicrafts: From Matryoshka dolls to Gzhel

Here’s an A to Z of the finest folk artworks you can take home after a trip. Handicrafts are among the most popular souvenirs à la russe that tourists buy when in Russia. Zhostovo paintings, ...
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The changing face of Russia’s emblematic matryoshka dolls

Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. MOSCOW - From cheery peasant girls in Tsarist times to Soviet-era cosmonauts to today's Pussy Riots, the changing ...