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Up for sale is a stunning, authentic hand-painted Russian lacquer miniature trinket box from the renowned artistic village of Kholui. This piece beautifully displays the lyrical, fluid styling characteristic of the Kholui school.
Design Details:
The lid features an intricate, hand-painted landscape titled "Russian North" север"). It depicts two majestic gold-accented cranes or swans soaring over a traditional northern Russian landscape, complete with stylized forests and a golden-domed Orthodox church. The painting features highly detailed gold and aluminum filigree work that captures the light beautifully.
The lower edge of the lid is hand-signed in gold leaf script:
- Left: Village of origin (Холуй / Kholui)
- Center: Title of work север" / Russian North)
- Right: Artist signature / Lebedev)
Construction & Materials:
Crafted using traditional multi-layered papier-mâché boiled in linseed oil. It features a high-gloss black lacquer exterior and the classic brilliant red lacquer interior.
Length: 2.25 inchesCondition:
Excellent vintage condition. The hand-painted lid is clear, vibrant, and highly detailed. The hinge is fully functional and secure. The lacquer shows a brilliant shine. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to verify the exact condition details.
An excellent addition to any collection of Russian folk art, lacquerware miniatures, or unique keepsake boxes!
