Russian Santa Claus Father Frost Wood Hand Carved Hand Painted SIGNED

  
Russian Father Frost in highly detailed pattern. The figure depicts a Russian doll in traditional national dress, a snowman (a friend and helper Russian Father Frost), kitten, teddy bear, Russian bullfinch birds (symbol of winter in Russia). Russian Father Frost is a symbol that emerged in the early 20th century from the confusion of the image of St. Nicholas and the ancient pagan spirit of Frost. Santa Claus does not ride a sleigh with reindeer, but appears from the forest in the night and comes to the place where New Year is celebrated, where the Christmas tree stands.

There, at the festival, he gets out of the bag and gives gifts to children, leading round dances with them. Santa Claus is a symbol of the kindness and unity of man and nature. Figure height 7.87 inches (20 cm). The linden wood is carved in Sergeev Posad (world famous city of Russian traditional wood carving). The figure is painted in the city of Kalyazin, has the author's signature.

This Father Frost is completely unique and has no copies. High detailing and museum quality work. Signed by artist Yulia Fushtey. 2019 Size: Height: 7,87(20 cm) Made in Russia. The item "Russian Santa Claus Father Frost Wood Hand Carved Hand Painted SIGNED" is in sale since Tuesday, June 25, 2019.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Holiday & Seasonal\Christmas\ Current (1991-Now)\Figures\Santa". The seller is "yuliafushteystore" and is located in Riazani. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation
• Brand: Yulia Fushtey
• Year: 2019
• Handmade: Yes