Russian Khokhloma Lacquer Hand Painted Wooden " Swan "
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:4904965 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation |
Russian Khokhloma Lacquer Hand Painted Wooden "Swan"
Swan + 6 little Ladle
Khokhloma, Hohloma or Khokhloma painting a Russian wood painting handicraft style and national ornament, known for its curved and vivid, mostly flower, berry and leaf patterns. Often the Slavic mythical figure of Russian fairytales Firebird is also a part of Khokhloma painting. When painted on wood, in most cases red, black, green, yellow and orange are used over a gold background. The effect it ...has when applied to wooden tableware or furniture, making it look heavier and metal-like. The Khokhloma painting symbolizes the high importance of forests and nature in Russian culture and its history. Russia comprises the world's largest forest area.
The stylized bratina "Swan" — smart handwork of Semenovsky masters. Semenovo is considered the homeland of a Khokhloma list and exactly there do the most beautiful products in this style. Bratina — an ancient type of ware. In pre-revolutionary Russia he was used on festive feasts when all guests were treated from one vessel, scooping alcohol by means of cherpachok. Today the bratina can be used as a souvenir or to be treated from it as it was done by our ancestors. The set of red color painted with gold: these are symbolical colors of beauty, light and good. Bratina — a fine gift for people dear to you.
Size: H 11"
Material: tree Basswood
