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Vintage 1990s Hand-Painted Soviet & Russian Leaders Nesting Dolls (Set of 5)
Discover a unique piece of political history with this authentic 5-piece Russian Matryoshka nesting doll set featuring prominent Soviet and Russian leaders. Originally acquired in the 1990s for international visitors near Incirlik Air Base, this set has been carefully preserved and unused in storage for over three decades.
Each doll is individually hand-painted with distinctive caricature-style portraits:
1. Boris Yeltsin (18 cm / ~7.1 in) - Russia's first president, wearing the Russian tricolor flag design.
2. Mikhail Gorbachev (Second largest) - Featuring his iconic mark and the Soviet CCCP flag with hammer and sickle.
3. Leonid Brezhnev (Middle size) - Dressed in a formal suit with military/state honors.
4. Joseph Stalin (Second smallest) - Wearing his signature military tunic with pipe and mustache.
5. Vladimir Lenin (Smallest doll, 4 cm / ~1.6 in) - Classic portrait in formal attire.
ITEM DETAILS:
Era: 1990s Vintage (Deadstock / New Old Stock)
Origin: Russia
Material: Hand-carved solid wood, hand-painted finish with protective lacquer
Quantity: Complete 5-piece nesting set
Dimensions: Largest doll approx. 18 cm (~7 in) height; smallest doll approx. 4 cm (~1.6 in) height
Condition: Excellent vintage deadstock condition; preserved in original packaging since the 1990s with vibrant colors and intact lacquer finish.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING:
Packed with extreme care using double-boxing and protective cushioning to ensure safe worldwide delivery. Express international shipping available.