Russian Lacquer Miniature Handpainted Box Palekh "Prince Ivan and the Grey Wolf"

Description

This wonderful Palekh lacquered box is hand-painted with tempera paints and gold leaf on papier mache with a multi-layer lacquer coating and polished. It is drawn on the plot of a Russian folk tale  "Prince Ivan and the Grey Wolf". Signed by the artist. This box is a sample of the highest skill and talent in the best traditions of Russian lacquer miniatures. It will decorate any interior, as well as become a wonderful gift for any celebration or holiday.
Russian lacquer miniature is known since the 18th century. At present, the traditions of the old masters are continued by talented artists from Palekh, Kholuy, and Mstyora – world-famous centers of lacquer miniatures that arose on the basis of iconographic art.
Amazing craftsmanship and the finest painting with tempera paints and gold leaf on papier-mache caskets is a distinctive feature of theseprofessional artists. The subjects of painting on the boxes are fairy tales, scenes from life, animal and vegetable ornaments. The best examples of lacquer miniatures are in museums and private collections in Russia and other countries.
The real box looks better than the picture attached.
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