Christmas Story of Nutcracker by Galina Ivanova | Matryoshka / Nevalashka Doll/ Russian Nesting Doll

Very fine museum quality art 5 nest doll by Svetlana Ivanova. Finely detailed scenes from the fairly tale of E. Goffman painted on the front and a fabulous floral shawl on the back. Shimmering paint was used in various areas, as well as gold trimming and textured dots. Lovely painted details with matte finish. Matte finish adds a velvety look to the bright colors, typical of Ivanova's style. The large doll is approximately 8" tall. Signed by the artist - Galina Ivanova.
The Christmas Day in the house of Stahlbaums ends with Masha, the daughter of the family dreaming about the war of her dolls with the army of the Rat Emperor. The Nutcracker wins over the hated mice and turns into a fairy prince. The Prince and Masha are happy.