In the late Middle Ages, dolls served the function that modern fashion magazines serve today. Women of nobility who wanted information about the fashion trends in other European countries would commission a doll that was dressed in clothing designed by the most popular fashion designers. The dolls were originally intended for the mother, not the […]

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In the beginning of the 19th century, porcelain, which is produced by firing clays in a kiln set at over 2,373° F, became a popular material for making dolls. The word “porcelain” is often used in reference to both china and bisque dolls. The heads of china dolls are made of glazed porcelain and the […]

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It was not until the 1850s that dolls resembling children and babies were manufactured. The most famous of these dolls were created by the Jumeau company in the 1870s. These renowned French Babes were famous for their beautiful faces and exquisite dresses.
In 1878, the Jumeau company was the Gold Medal recipient at the Paris Expedition. […]

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Back in 1978, Vee, our Vee’s Victorian doll clothes designer, won the Designer of the Year award. Vee’s use of wide skirts, ruffles and lace invoke fantasies of a period of history that was characterized by beauty and femininity in clothing design. Vee created the original styling and design for the MiniWorld children’s clothing line. […]

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Do you teach doll making, make and sell dolls, or have a doll shop? If so, Vee’s Victorians would like to offer you the opportunity to buy our handmade doll clothes at wholesale prices. While there are no minimum order requirements, you will receive free shipping and handling on orders over $250. You will need […]

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Nesting dolls, or Matryoshka dolls, take their names from the diminutive form of the Russian name “Matryona.” Oddly enough, these beautifully crafted dolls were originally created when a Russian artist was inspired by similar Japanese wooden dolls in the late 1800s. Still, it did not take long for nesting dolls to gain popularity in Russia, […]

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Russian nesting dolls are one of the best-known and most popular souvenirs from Russia. But you do not have to go to Russia to find these beautiful works of art. The Russian Store has a wide selection of hand-painted Russian nesting dolls imported directly from Russia in addition to other Russian gifts and souvenirs.
Now often […]

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Russian wooden dolls, or nesting dolls, are among the most recognizable Russian souvenirs. Although they were inspired by Japanese designs, they rapidly became associated with Russian culture. Initially representing mostly maternal figures, today’s Russian wooden dolls are extremely versatile, depicting national, historical, political and entertainment figures. These beautiful works of art have captured the imagination […]

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Since its inception in 1994, The Russian Store has proudly offered an unparalleled selection of souvenirs that are typically difficult to find unless traveling abroad. In fact, via their website, customers can truly find all of the Russian souvenirs they can imagine. All of The Russian Store’s listed items are made and imported directly from […]

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Amber is a fossil resin that is traditionally used in the design of jewelry and decorative items. Russia has long been known for being the birthplace gorgeous pieces of amber jewelry. In fact, St. Petersburg’s St. Brygida Church is world renowned for its amazing amber room, in which the walls and ceiling are covered with […]

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