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Jun 07
2008
2008
Ancient Russian Icons–1 of 3
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Russian plain blank unpainted wooden Small spoon spoons Paint yourself * u-spoon.S $2.00 Wooden spoon have been used in villages probably until 1950th It was a custom to eat from one “kotelok” (pot). Order of priority was strictly enforced. If a kid ate without turn he received blow in a forehead by wooden spoon. Since then there is a general Russian expression: “Behave yourself or you can receive blow by spoon on a forehead” (Not sure for exact translation)… |
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Black (or Golden) Zhostovo tray * 40×30 cm * j – 14 $37.00 The village of Zhostovo has become a symbol of unique folk art. For more than 150 years many of its inhabitants have been developing the skill of decorating only one thing – trays. Their skillful hands have turned this household utensil into a work of art. In 1790 man named Korobov and later in 1825 Osip Veshnyakov moved to village Zhostovo. They established their own workshop for snuff-boxes, c… |
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Refrigerator magnet No Vodka * Russian * Flat 2×3 in $2.00 … |
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