This exquisite, museum-quality Russian Wooden Santa was hand painted and carved by a very famous Russian artist from the village of Sergiev Posad. This Russian Santa stands 12" tall. The Santa is carved out of solid oak wood and is then painted, lacquered, and polished. The artist has a very unique style and has painted two children playing with a Christmas tree on the front and a beautiful angel on the back. The artist also has a very unique and realistic carving style which depicts many emotions. This is a very beautiful and collectible piece and would make a great addeition to any collection.