Santa Matryoshka Doll ~ Vintage

DescriptionThis Santa Matryoshka is rather unique and a perfect ornament for Yule or Christmas. The legend of Santa Claus can be traced back hundreds of years to a monk named Saint Nicholas. Born sometime around 280 A.D. in modern-day Turkey, he was admired for his piety and kindness. The subject of many legends; it was said he gave away all of his wealth and traveled the country helping the poor and sick. One story tells of the time he saved three poor sisters from being sold into prostitution by their father. He provided them with a dowry so they could be married. Over the course of many years his popularity spread and he became known as the protector of children and sailors.His feast day is celebrated on December 6 which is the anniversary of his death. This is now considered a lucky day to make large purchases or to get married. He was the most popular saint in Europe, even when the veneration of saints became discouraged,This marvellous Russian toy should be considered a cult object for it’s specific construction and design perfect for concealing spells and secrets. They were traditionally carved from Birch wood. Which was considered a sacred tree. This wood is believed to drive off evil spirits, evil eye, & also offer protection. The Matryoshka’s many layers would be perfect for any sort of Rite of Passage or transformation of self spell work.They can be used in rituals or for spiritual means as both functional & symbolic petition containers. You may place incantations, spells, or ritual work inside the dolls. What makes it so special is these workings are now hidden in plain sight.Vintage