Russian Collection

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The Scene
Could you resist something so beautiful? Beckoning among burgundy walls and bright lights, this particular collection is gloriously illuminated. The hand-painted Russian Matyroshka, or nesting dolls, are the most prominently featured. Crafted from wood such as lime, birch, elder and aspen, it takes a beguilingly small set of knives and chisels to create them. However, it doesn't take much to put a grin on your face. Absolutely enchanting. Mother-of-pearl keepsake boxes, carved wooden boxes and lovely scarves also make delightful gifts.

What's Unique
If the nesting dolls—featuring characters like Winnie the Pooh and Boris Yeltsin—aren't enough, try adorable little Matyroska pendants the size of a pea and itty bitty painted eggs.

Gotta Have It
Amber fossilized resin jewelry and sterling silver and enameled floral chokers and earrings, plus the fairytale-themed nesting dolls.

—Connie Werner