Lot # 182 - Two Russian Hand-Painted Papier-Mâché Black Lacquer Boxes

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 20-Oct-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 27-Oct-2026 9:01:00 PM
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Description :

A pair of fine late-20th-century Russian black lacquer miniature keepsake boxes, meticulously handcrafted from layered papier-mâché and finished with high-gloss lacquer. Each piece showcases the exquisite detail and traditional artistry characteristic of regional folklore painting.

• Box One (Oval / Curvilinear 4" x 6"): A beautifully shaped portrait box featuring "Snegurochka" (The Snow Maiden) wandering through a snow-covered forest with wildlife, executed in the delicate style of the Kholui Art Studios. The underside of the lid bears detailed, authentic gold script identifying the title, location, artist surname (Shishanov), and production year (1997), complete with the english notation "Hand Made in Russia."

• Box Two (Rectangular 6" x3.5"): A classic hinged rectangular box depicting a young folk character standing beneath a stylized, vibrant green willow tree. The exterior features an elegant gold filigree border along the rims, opening to reveal the iconic, brilliant cinnabar-red lacquered interior traditional to authentic Russian miniature work.


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