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2018.3.65; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.65; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Red and Black Russian Nesting Dolls
2018.3.65; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2018.3.65; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Red and Black Russian Nesting Dolls

Artifact ID2018.3.65 a-s
Object Type Doll, Nesting
Date before 2018
Medium wood, paint, polish
DimensionsOverall H 10 1/4 in x W 4 1/2 in x D 4 1/2 in (26 cm x 11.4 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical Description(a-s) A set of primarily red nesting dolls feature brown eyes, brown hair, and images painted on the center of their bodies. Each image features colorful figures in different scenarios, against a black background outlined in gold.
Historical NoteThis doll is from Susan Ford Bales' childhood doll collection. President Ford and Mrs. Ford may have purchased it during one of their trips to the Soviet Union.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Daughter Susan Ford Bales donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2018.
Credit LineGift of Susan Ford Bales
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images are thereof unrestricted.
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