This exquisite, museum-quality Russian nesting doll was painted by the master artists Stepan and Elena Goryachy. They are known as two of the most famous (if not THE most famous) artists who paint Matryoshka dolls. Their works are extremely hard to get and are sought after by collectors from all over the world. His Matryoshka nesting dolls are exhibited in galleries, museums, and private collections all over the world. The title of this unique piece is "The Evening". It has a total of five nests and stands eight inches tall. The diameter of the first nesting doll is 4". It is painted all around and each doll is completely unique from the previous doll. Goryachy has a very unique painting style and a unique style of finishing the doll, it has a very soft matte like finish and he uses very soft pastel colors. One can immediately identify his work. This doll is signed by the artist (please look at the pictures).