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Traditional Russian window frame on a green wooden facade

#877. Traditional Russian window frame on a green wooden facade

The image showcases an excellent example of traditional Russian wooden architecture with characteristic window framing. The facade of the building is made of horizontally arranged wooden boards painted in a pleasant green color, which was typical for Russian wooden houses.

The central element of the composition is a window with a richly decorated frame (nalichnik). The frame is executed in white, creating a striking contrast with the green wall. The upper part of the frame is adorned with an elegant carved composition featuring wave-like elements and floral ornaments. The side parts are also enriched with decorative curls and cross-shaped elements, giving the entire composition a special expressiveness.

The lower part of the window frame concludes with a decorative element resembling a stylized bird or geometric ornament. The window itself is divided into four parts by wooden crosspieces, which is characteristic of traditional Russian houses where such construction helped to retain heat.

The upper part of the facade is decorated with an ornamental carved trim, which complements the overall composition and emphasizes the attention to detail inherent in Russian wooden architecture. This is a beautiful example of folk architecture, demonstrating the richness of Russia's decorative and applied arts.

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