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National motifs became exceptionally popular in Russian decorative bronze pieces from the 1870s onwards. The male Russian peasant became one of the main figures. Here he is presented in a winter coat, holding a glass of vodka in one hand and a fancy loaf of bread in the other.

 

 

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