Matryoshka: Nesting Dolls with the Russian Museum of Art In-Person
Learn the fascinating history of Russia's most famous wooden handicraft and examine matryoshkas from The Museum of Russian Art's education collection. The origin of the Russian nesting doll, also known as Matryoshka, is a matter of legend. Allegedly invented by a professional artist, the dolls became an instant success with collectors when they were displayed at the 1900 World’s Fair in Paris. A thriving industry in its early, pre-revolutionary years, nesting doll production was brought under state control during the Soviet period. Made at state-run facilities across the vast country, Soviet Matryoshka dolls preserved the local character unique to every regional center of production.
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- Date:
- Monday, June 16, 2025
- Time:
- 5:30pm - 6:30pm
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Northtown Meeting Room
- Library:
- Northtown Library
- Audience:
- Adult
- Categories:
- Cultural Heritage