A traditional troika
This unique three-horse hitch has become a cultural symbol of Russia with a tradition as rich as its harness bells. A hundred bells announce the arrival of the troika; the ornately-painted hoop over the center horse catches the eye. The troika was used to carry both rich and poor, and also to bear the mail (before the arrival of the railroad.) The horse and sleigh has become a symbol of the holidays, at least in the western world–but in Russia, it’s the three-horse troika that embodies both the spirit of Christmas and Russian culture.
Add this beautifully detailed, collectible Santa Claus to your Christmas home décor! Each Santa is handcrafted by individual artists and carved from solid European linden wood. Hand-painted in sophisticated detail with numerous coats and washes of paint confidently ensures you're displaying an ornate, one-of-a-kind piece of festive art.
This colorful Santa Claus features friendly blue eyes and an intricately painted red base coat with an incredible amount of detail work in the Three-Horse Troika winter village scene reflecting a traditional troika cutting through the snowy night trimmed with gold accents. A truly remarkable detail about this piece is the frosted pine tree that's carved directly onto the back of Santa and adorned with brightly-colored Christmas ornament accents.
The staff is individually pegged and removable for safe shipping and storage. Even more, the positioning of each can be changed.
Product Info:
• Handcrafted by individual artists
• 2-piece: Santa and staff
• Material: 100% linden wood
• Dimensions: approx. 7"H
• Item Number: RSLI-22
We have been in business for over 25 years! Our Brick-and-Mortar store is a great advantage for you! You'll receive individual customer service and assistance tailored to your needs. All of our imported products ship from right here in Helen, Georgia so less chance of damage PLUS no surprise VAT or Customs Import Fees.
*Each Santa is individually handcarved and hand-painted by artists, which what makes them so special! In a "copy & paste" mass manufacturing world, owning one of our hand-carved Santas is truely a special experience because you know that no one else in the world has that exact one. Uniquely made by individual artists means the set you will receive may or may not be this exact one but it will have been painted by the same artist and will be extremely similar to the picture. If you need to see the exact one, please contact us through our Contact Us page and we will be happy to accomodate you!
