Handmade buying Ukrainian Doll Unique Motanka Gift with meaning for Her Support of Ukraine Ethnic Folkloric Traditional Amulet Gift for marriage
"Traveler doll" is one of the few dolls that women made for their husbands sons.
"Traveler doll" is one of the few dolls that women made for their husbands, sons, as well as relatives, and friends who were going on a journey. The doll is a talisman like a guardian angel for those who leave home. It sets the mood for a good trip and gives hope for a happy return home.
The amulet was traditionally made without a needle. The traveler was sure to hold a knot in her hands. There is a version that originally a little bit of native buying earth or ashes from the home hearth were put in it so that the traveler on a long journey remembered his native home and dreamed of returning.
Each doll is unique, all parts are handmade
Height: 30cm
Handmade in Ukraine