Soon after the nesting doll was invented back in the 1890s, artists began to depict a wide variety of themes, including political leaders, monks, nuns, and other professinals and notables of the community. Following in this century-old lighthearted tradition, we offer an orthodox rabbi and four young students, all nesting together in this classic Judaica Russian nesting doll. Very creative 3-D ear locks, extended hat brim, and 3-D nose add charm and interest to this clever set. The rabbi holds a book marked "Talmud" in Russian, while the boys play violin, sell chicks, and study scripture. A most unusual Hanukkah gift.