Since the 19th century, matryoshkas (nesting/stacking dolls) have symbolized Russian folk art. The root of the word is mother; matryoshkas are a symbol of motherhood and fertility. These, made entirely by hand from Russian birch, are a work of art that will grace any room and bring pleasure for years to come. The faces display smiling Russian maidens, outfitted in the traditional "e;kokoshnik"e; (headdress). Each decorated with church cupolas and traditional architecture. Gold accents. A wonderful gift. (Decorative art objects, not toys for children)

Collectors know how time-consuming the production of majolica is. We found a small workshop near Tashkent, Uzbekistan where master potters create stunning majolica stoneware in the centuries-old tradition. In an incredibly labor-intensive process, each piece is painstakingly hand-thrown and painted, then fired in a 1000° kiln for 24 hours. Handmade, no two exactly the same! Not recommended for microwave or oven use. 9"e; Tall, 9"e; Diameter

This classic Russian masterpiece by "e;artist to the Tsar"e; Victor Vasnetsov is a keystone of Moscow's famous Tretyakov Gallery. It depicts Il'ya Muromets, Dobrynia Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich, three famous Russian folk heroes, as they pause on the windswept steppe to rest their mounts. This stunning replica, on stretched canvas, features hand-applied brush strokes. Its texture and depth of color make it virtually indistinguishable from the original. Exquisite, handcrafted frame features accented hardwoods and solid-brass museum plate. Ready to hang. 22¼"e;x30¼"e;.Paintings are packaged and shipped separately in order to protect them. Each piece requires an additional $24.99 for shipping and handling in the Continental US. Please allow 3-6 weeks for delivery.

When Alexander Ivanov (1806-1858) first put brush to canvas in 1837, he began what would be his life's work. Just months before his death, he completed this masterpiece, which occupies an entire room in Moscow's famous Tretyakov Gallery. This compelling replica, on stretched canvas, features hand-applied brush strokes. Its texture and depth of color make it virtually indistinguishable from the original. Exquisite, handcrafted frame features accented hardwoods and solid-brass museum plate. Ready to hang. 30"e;x23"e;. Paintings are packaged and shipped separately in order to protect them. Each piece requires an additional $10.00 for shipping and handling in the Continental US. Please allow 3-6 weeks for delivery.

These keepsake boxes were formed and painted entirely by hand. Each is highly detailed and features traditional Russian fairy tale themes and 18-karat gold leaf borders. Swan box has a tiny compartment – the perfect place to keep your treasured trinkets. These make great desk caddies too! Unique works of art; no two exactly the same. 3¼"e;x1¾"e;x4¼"e;.

These exquisite birch boxes, with patterns reminiscent of the inlaid parquet floors in Tsarist palaces, are a quintessential example of Russian folk art. Each is carved and stained entirely by hand. The individual pieces of straw are attached to the box in painstaking detail. Hinged lids and precision-cut joints. Ideal for your personal treasures.