Artistic forging by Alexander Mashakov. Alexander Mashakov works in Russian style, combining different materials (wood, art forging, work on brass, enamel) and techniques. Inspiration for the talented artist blacksmith is the history of the Ancient Rus, old Slavic culture. Alexander Mashakov studies History, local history, Archaeology, Arts and Crafts visiting Folk museums, Historical Museums, Armory of the oldest Russian cities, including Moscow. Pagan Russia, its rituals, traditions are reflected in the high quality works of a talented master from Elektrostal, Moscow region. Alexander Mashakov is fond of history and archeology, makes copies of archaeological finds, trying to bring the skills to the level of the old masters. Alexander Mashakov has his own art studio ‘Workshop Mashakovka’. The collection of the studio includes beautiful artworks of jewelry, elements of home interior, Decoration, Design, Craft, Painting, Photography, Art carving, Restoration, inlaying. The works of Alexander Mashakov and his studio have become winners of various local and regional exhibitions.

Crescent – a unique amulet, which is considered a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Crescent originally belonged to the cult worshiping the moon. Slavic women wore these ornaments shaped new moon, provided for themselves and their children health, and for home – wealth. Curved downward “horns” crescent symbolize favor of Heaven, which is under the protection of the owner of this talisman. Two birds as a symbol of happiness and prosperity and germ, as a symbol of new life.

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