Khokhloma

Postcard ID: RU-3237889
Country: Russia

Oh, I so like different traditional patterns! Gzhel and Khokhloma are my favourites, maybe it's cause they both are Russian, it's so close to me.

Khokhloma or Khokhloma painting is the name of a Russian wood painting handicraft style and national ornament, known for its vivid flower patterns, red and gold colors over a black background, and the effect it has when applied to wooden tableware or furniture, making it look heavier and metal-like