This beautiful Russian Matryoshka Nesting Doll features scenes from the famous Russian fairy tale, Ruslan and Ludmila. This nesting doll is hand painted and hand made in Sergiyev Posad, Moscow (Zagorsk region). The Matryoshka is signed by the artist on the bottom of the first nesting doll. The Matryoshka is 10 inches tall and has a total of 10 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 and is painted with great detail. This Matryoshka is also lacquered creating a beautiful shiny finish. The Matryoshka is not only painted but is also wood burned creating a unique effect. This Matryoshka doll was painted by the Russian artist with initials M. A.