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October Russian Tray Size approx. 18. 4' x 14. 4' Metric 46 x 36 cm Finish oil varnish (glossy) Availability ships within 7 - 12 business days Origin Russian Federation Product Details As all of our Zhostovo trays this large 'October' tray is handpainted in the village of Zhostovo, Russian Federation. It is manufactured according to the old Zhostovo painting tradition the details of which you may find belo - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Drinking & Dining Item: 453521096 - October Russian Tray Zhostovo Trays w. This is a top quality 100% authentic Russian Zhostovo tray that would make an gift to anyone. MORE INFO RELATED STORY ZHOSTOVO PAINTING Zhostovo painting is 1 of the traditional types of Russian decorative work developed in the village of Zhostovo of Mytishi region, Moscow oblast. It appeared at the beginning of 19th century under the influence of Ural flower painting on metal. Zhostovo painting is essentially drawing on metal trays preliminarily covered by several layers of thick putty and oil varnish (normally, of black color). The painting itself is accomplished in several consequent stages; soft brush and oil - colors (richly mixed w linseed - oil) create an impression of an energetic and elastic touch. Stylistic development of Zhostovo painting is closely related to

September Russian Tray Size approx. 18. 4' x 14. 4' Metric 46 x 36 cm Finish oil varnish (glossy) Availability ships within 7 - 12 business days Origin Russian Federation Product Details As all of our Zhostovo trays this large 'September' tray is handpainted in the village of Zhostovo, Russian Federation. It is manufactured according to the old Zhostovo painting tradition the details of which you may find be - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Drinking & Dining Item: 453521089 - September Russian Tray Zhostovo Trays low. This is a top quality 100% authentic Russian Zhostovo tray that would make an gift to anyone. MORE INFO RELATED STORY ZHOSTOVO PAINTING Zhostovo painting is 1 of the traditional types of Russian decorative work developed in the village of Zhostovo of Mytishi region, Moscow oblast. It appeared at the beginning of 19th century under the influence of Ural flower painting on metal. Zhostovo painting is essentially drawing on metal trays preliminarily covered by several layers of thick putty and oil varnish (normally, of black color). The painting itself is accomplished in several consequent stages; soft brush and oil - colors (richly mixed w linseed - oil) create an impression of an energetic and elastic touch. Stylistic development of Zhostovo painting is closely related

Arctic Seal Fur Winter Cap Russian winter fur cap made of the original Arctic seal fur. Extra warm. Luxurious cap. Imported from Moscow. - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Apparel & Accessories Item: 453520227 - Arctic Seal Fur Winter Cap Headwear Casual Fur Winter Caps

Muskrat Fur Ushanka Hat black Black (with brown shade) winter hat w ear flaps made from natural muskrat (musquash) fur. This kind of fur is tender and cozy, perfectly retaining warmth and being water - and snow - resistant. Perfect inexpensive alternative to mink fur hat. Ships within 7 business days. - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Apparel & Accessories Item: 473721578 - Muskrat Fur Ushanka Hat black Headwear Casual Fur Winter Hats Men's Hats

Traditional Small Samovar Dimensions height c. 12' Metric height 30 cm Volume 3 liters Type electric functional Voltage 220 volts, 1. 25 KVt (no voltage converter necessary; plug adaptor would do) Availability ships within 6 - 12 business days Origin Russian Federation Product Details This nickel - plated Russian samovar is an authentic electric Russian samovar (functional and ready to make tea) of a traditional shape - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Drinking & Dining Item: 453520290 - Traditional Small Samovar Samovars Electric Samovars . It is 100% original, made and imported from Russia. Would definitely make a gift to anyone interested in Russian culture. MORE INFO RELATED STORY SAMOVAR HISTORY Samovar is a purely Russian invention. It is used for making tea. In the 17th century tea was delivered to Russia from the territory of West Mongolia and it was used as medicine among the nobility. Tea was a competitor of 'sbiten', the most favourite drink in Russia back then. Its components were hot water, medicinal herbs and honey. In the 18th century in the Urals and Tula samovar - kitchens were invented. They were divided into 3 parts - 2 of them devoted to meals cooking, and the third 1 wholly devoted to tea - making. Sbitennik and samovar - kitchen were samovar prototypes. There were different way

Bird Series 06 Fedoskino Brooch Genuine Russian brooch hand painted in Fedoskino style on the mother of pearl shell. Hand lacquered to preserve the richness of color for ages. It is an exquisite work of art, 100% original, made and imported from Russia. Would make a brilliant gift to anyone interested in Russia, its cultural and artistic heritage. Imported from Moscow, Russia. - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Tiny Works of Art Item: 453520770 - Bird Series 06 Fedoskino Brooch Brooches Fedoskino Brooches

Bird Series 07 Fedoskino Brooch Genuine Russian brooch hand painted in Fedoskino style on the mother of pearl shell. Hand lacquered to preserve the richness of color for ages. It is an exquisite work of art, 100% original, made and imported from Russia. Would make a brilliant gift to anyone interested in Russia, its cultural and artistic heritage. Imported from Moscow, Russia. - Category: Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Tiny Works of Art Item: 453520769 - Bird Series 07 Fedoskino Brooch Brooches Fedoskino Brooches

Seal Fur Peaked Hat Authentic Russian seal fur peaked winter hat. 100% original fur. Imported from Russia. Ships within 7 business days. - Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Apparel & Accessories - 453520224 Seal Fur Peaked Hat

Semenov Russian Doll Size approx. 12. 8' Metric 32 cm Consists of 20 pieces Finish glossy (lacquer) Availability ships within 10 - 15 business days Origin Russian Federation Product Details As all of our nesting dolls, this 1 is handcrafted in the heart Russia. It is handturned from linden wood and then handpainted by a professional nesting doll artist in the city of Semenov, Russia. It is a typical nest - Gifts/Specialty - Collectibles - Folk Art - 453520933 Semenov Russian Doll ing doll, and each smaller piece of the set fits into the next larger one. Each doll is coated w 3 - 5 layers of crystal clear lacquer. MORE INFO RELATED STORY 'SEMENOVSKAYA' or SEMENOV CITY MATRYOSHKA 'Semenovskaya' is a Russian adjective that stands for 'that of Semenov', or - to be more precise - 'that of Semenov city', a small town in Nizhny Novgorod province that greatly contributed to matryoshka history. Olga Litvina in her article 'About Matryoshka' writes The end of the XIXth century brought w it a real 'matryoshka boom'. To satisfy the unexpected demand, manufacturers emerged on the market. In less than a few years, almost the whole city of Sergiev Posad was painting matryoshkas. This city was the place that had both multitudes of experienced wood turners and t