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Lot 441:
A Russian Matryoshka Doll Wine/Vodka Bottle Holder and a Set of Five Russian Matryoshka Nesting Dolls
Description
This lot comprises a hand-painted wooden Russian Matryoshka doll designed as a wine or vodka bottle holder, accompanied by a nested set of five traditional egg-shaped Matryoshka dolls. The large bottle-shaped doll is predominantly blue, featuring a female face on its head and a narrative scene on its cylindrical body depicting figures in traditional attire alongside two geese, set against a dark background with decorative floral and swirling patterns. The five smaller nesting dolls are uniformly styled, painted predominantly black with central female portraits and vibrant floral motifs. All pieces are crafted from painted wood with a glossy finish. No visible text, signatures, or maker’s marks are discernible.
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