The world of dolls is colorful and diverse. Today there are many types of this toy. Dolls are the first and favorite pastimes of little girls. Even some self-respecting ladies pamper themselves with their purchase. Among the many factories that create such gizmos, one can distinguish Russian dolls. All items coming off the domestic conveyor are verisimilar and of high quality.
The story of the creation of dolls
The first artificial human figures appeared, perhaps, along with the appearance of man. During excavations, archaeologists have repeatedly found miniature figurines from improvised materials.
Many dolls were used not only for fun. Some were made specifically for traditional ceremonies. They, in fact, were prototypes of folk dolls.
According to historians, human figures did not immediately become a subject for games. This was facilitated by the fact that in ancient times the world of children did not practically differ from the world of surrounding adults. From early childhood, kids were involved in public life. The introduction to the values took place through attending ceremonies and rituals. Even having a favorite toy, the child, having entered the period of adolescence, had to sacrifice it to the supreme gods. Such traditions existed in ancient Egypt and ancient Rome.
Ancient dolls were made from improvised materials. They used straw, braided ropes, leather, and even small stones. Metal dolls were especially valued.
With the development of civilization, the childhood period increased, and dolls passed into the possession of little girls. Over time, they began to be used not only as a means of fun, but also as a subject for learning elementary skills. Just like Russian-made dolls, old toys served as material for the education of babies.
Materials for the manufacture of toys were porcelain, fabric, leather. Dolls for commoners were carved from wood or made from rags. Often, a favorite toy served faithfully to her little mistress before she grew up, and then she decorated the dressing table of a young lady.
Kinds of dolls
All toys, depending on the purpose, can be divided into several categories.
- The game doll is an indispensable companion of all children's games. Fun with a fun little thing is loved by almost all the girls in the world.
- Ritual dolls are an attribute of some traditional customs. An example of such a lyalyka is a bobblehead in a car with a bride and groom. The ceremony of the Maslenitsa wires or the playing of Christmas scenes is also accompanied by the use of special figures.
- Collectible dolls are real works of art. As a rule, such stalls are not repeated and are a piece copy. The figures are a matter of pride and take pride of place in the collections of true connoisseurs of puppet art.
- Dolls for acting out scenes and performances. They can also include puppet dolls.
- Soft interior dolls decorating the bedrooms and living rooms of stylish housewives.
Russian toy manufacturers
Domestic doll manufacturers have always been held in high esteem. Many parents are sure that Russian factories make toys from environmental materials and are completely safe for children.
Dolls for girls of Russian production are created, in particular, by such domestic companies:
- LLC "Art products and toys." The company was founded more than 100 years ago and today is one of the official manufacturers of toys in the Russian folk tradition. The company creates the Sergiev Posad (Zagorsk) nesting doll and dolls dressed up in ethnographic costumes of different provinces and counties of Russia.
- The factory of children's toys "Spark" produces mainly small dolls and other play dolls. Many specimens among small artificial copies of babies can close their eyes, laugh, cry, and even utter some sentences. Toys can also be used as didactic material.
- Dolls produced in Russia "Spring" are created in Kirov. The factory first released the toy Arina, who can talk and has her own mobile application for Android. The doll can talk, tell tales and sing songs. She also easily transmits messages from family and friends.
Baby dolls and other dolls for girls games
From time immemorial, the little girls' toys were small frogs that can be swaddled and fed like a real baby. Small dolls are popular today. In addition to pleasure, the game fosters a sense of responsibility, the ability to care for and develops fine motor skills. During the game, a child develops a fantasy.
Some companies, for greater credibility, install audio devices in their pups that simulate crying or laughing. Many large Russian-made dolls can walk. In any case, toys will become true friends for little housewives for years to come.
How to create soft interior dolls of Russian production
Recently, it has become fashionable to decorate the interior with a variety of toys. There is a whole direction of the art of creating soft dolls, which occupy a place of honor in the owners' living room or bedroom.
Among the interior dolls, one can distinguish such foreign models as Tilda, Rapiens or Korean Barbie, Attic dolls, Primitive dolls, etc. The Russian idea of soft jewelry was embodied in the creation of Snowball - big-footed toys. The author of the products is designer Tatyana Konne. A characteristic feature of Snowball is large legs dressed in stylish shoes: sandals, boots, sneakers, etc.
Fluffy hats are often put on for snow girls, and the dolls themselves are dressed in elegant clothes. The face of the toys is shown schematically, and instead of the eyes, small dots are drawn. This does not spoil the products, but makes them cute and touching.
Collectible Russian doll
In addition to fun, there are toys for careful storage and admiring. Such gizmos are collected by lovers of beauty and comfort. What distinguishes a collection doll from a simple play? Firstly, such items are made in a single copy and are the work of authorship. The name of the creator of the doll is a symbolic brand. The author of collectibles will rarely be engaged in the production of large circulations.
Over each chrysalis a long painstaking work is carried out. Every detail is created carefully and with great imagination. A collection doll is a real work of art.
Another difference between such products from gaming - the material used. For piece items, porcelain, vinyl, polyurethane, silicone are used. All raw materials for designer dolls are quite expensive. Therefore, the toys themselves are not cheap.
Russian collection dolls, like their foreign relatives, are mostly copyrighted. Articulated toys are very popular (body parts are connected by hinges). Piece dolls in ethnographic costumes also achieved some success. Among the authors producing gizmos, one can name Julia Semenchenko, Anna Linberger, Natalia Loseva, Olga Reingard, Elena Akimova and others. All products are striking in their credibility and grace.
Features of Russian-made puppets
A puppet doll is a kind of theatrical doll. The peculiarity lies in the fact that the person who controls the toy drives his ward with the help of threads, fishing line or a metal rod. The art of puppetry itself appeared in Italy in the 16th century.
Puppets are mostly made from fabric. However, some details may be wood, porcelain, clay or metal. Hands, legs, torso and head are connected by ropes to the “wag”, which controls the doll. By the way, products can depict not only people, but also animals, fairy-tale heroes, mystical characters.
Today, puppets are used not only for theatrical productions. Some figures are also used during didactic games. Dolls help to develop coordination of movements of the child, fine and large motility, to form creative thinking. By playing skits, children comprehend the moral values and traditions of their native land. Russian-made puppets are made from environmentally friendly materials - wood, fabric, wool, clay. On the market you can find toys of any subject and orientation - from fairy-tale heroes to representatives of the animal world. All products are colorful and stimulate the development of fantasy.
Houses and other toy accessories
Along with dolls, Russian manufacturers also create comfortable homes. One-, two- and multi-storey buildings exactly repeat real human apartments. The only difference is the doll houses are more colorful and attractive.
All homes are equipped with furniture, utensils and even a rich wardrobe. In some houses live and toy pets. Many buildings symbolize fabulous estates and exactly repeat their interior.
Russian-made doll houses are produced, in particular, by companies such as Nordplast and Ogonyok Plant. The products that came off the assembly line of these companies are “Princess Castle”, “House for Barbie”, “Two-story Cottage”, etc. All products are made taking into account all standards of the Russian Federation. Domestic doll houses are the dream of every kid.