Matryoshka Pillow

Fanciful Russian Folk Art. A symbol of maternity and Russia itself, the first Russian nested doll, or matryoshka, dates to 1890. Celebrating this colorful tradition, the American-made Matryoshka Pillow with pompom trim, 100% cotton exterior and polyfill interior makes a charming accent for couch or bed.  17"h. x 9"w. x 5"d.

Museum Provenance

A popular collectible, a number of these folk art dolls reside in the Division of Home and Community Life of our National Museum of American History.

Every Smithsonian purchase will arrive with a museum provenance card explaining how it is adapted from or inspired by an object or objects in our collection.