{"product_id":"handmade-ukrainian-motanka-doll-wall-plaque-traditional-folk-art-decoration","title":"Handmade Ukrainian Motanka Doll Wall Plaque – Traditional Folk Art Decoration 🇺🇦","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis striking handmade wall plaque is inspired by the traditional Ukrainian \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotanka doll\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, one of Ukraine’s oldest and most recognisable folk symbols. Created on a rustic burlap-covered backing, the piece features a faceless figure decorated with a traditional embroidered-style cross motif, braided yarn hair, and an elaborate floral crown of sunflowers and blue roses in the national colours of Ukraine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn Ukrainian tradition, Motanka dolls are protective talismans believed to symbolise family, prosperity, wellbeing, and the continuity of generations. The distinctive cross on the face is a traditional spiritual symbol representing harmony between the earthly and spiritual worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Motanka-inspired design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurlap-covered backing panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative embroidered-style face covering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraided grey yarn hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral wreath featuring:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow sunflowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue organza roses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative yellow berry clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue, yellow and white ribbon accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady for wall display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind handcrafted piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe artwork incorporates several traditional Ukrainian symbols:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotanka Doll\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – protection, family unity, and ancestral heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross Motif\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – spiritual harmony and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunflowers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Ukraine’s national flower, representing warmth, hope and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlue and Yellow Colours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – the colours of the Ukrainian flag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBraided Hair\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – feminine strength and continuity of tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFloral Wreath (Vinok)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – beauty, purity, and cultural identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTogether these elements create a decorative piece celebrating Ukrainian culture and folk traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story Behind This Item\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMotanka dolls have been part of Ukrainian folk culture for centuries and were traditionally created by hand as protective household guardians. Unlike ordinary dolls, they were made without facial features, symbolising a universal spirit rather than an individual person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted plaque transforms that ancient tradition into a beautiful wall display, combining traditional symbolism with modern decorative craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupporting Ukraine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll proceeds from the sale of this item help fund humanitarian assistance for Ukrainian communities affected by the ongoing war. Every purchase supports both Ukrainian artisans and vital humanitarian projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHandmade in Ukraine • Ukrainian Motanka Doll • Ukrainian Folk Art • Traditional Wall Plaque • Sunflower Decoration • Ukrainian Heritage Craft • Vinok Wreath • Cultural Artwork • Humanitarian Fundraiser\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 🇺🇦💙💛\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58282315940221,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7859\/4860\/files\/IMG_2185.jpg?v=1781440073","url":"https:\/\/ukraineukaid.org\/products\/handmade-ukrainian-motanka-doll-wall-plaque-traditional-folk-art-decoration","provider":"Ukraine UK Aid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}