This traditional Russian Matryoshka Nesting Doll features scenes from the famous fairy tale, Kolobok (which is similar to the Ginger-bread Man). This nesting doll is hand painted and hand made in Sergiyev Posad, Moscow (Zagorsk). The Matryoshka is signed on the bottom of the first nesting doll. The Matryoshka is 6 inches tall and has a total of 5 pieces. The nesting doll is a symbol of Russian art and culture and is collectible. Each nesting doll features various scenes from the fairy tale. This Matryoshka is also lacquered creating a shiny finish. This Matryoshka doll was painted by a Russian artist in the year 2000.