Description :

Premium collection of two (2) authentic, completely hand-painted Russian lacquer miniature boxes. This single lot features two distinct examples from Russia’s most prestigious and historic lacquer art villages: Palekhand Fedoskino. Both pieces are finely detailed, fully signed by recognized artists, and include their traditional village origins inscribed in gold leaf.

Unlike modern tourist souvenirs that rely on printed decals, both of these boxes are meticulously hand-painted originals showcasing magnificent micro-miniature brushwork.

Item 1: Large Palekh Miniature Story BoxArt Center: Palekh (Палех)Artist: M. Serova (Серова М.) — Signed in gold on the lower right.Subject/Theme: "The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights"(Сказка о мертвой царевне и о семи богатырях) based on the famous 1833 fairy tale poem by Alexander Pushkin. Features an intricate scene of the evil stepmother Queen with her magic mirror under a highly decorated canopy, flanked by characters and a horse in a stylized landscape.Medium: Traditional egg tempera over papier-mâché, embellished with extraordinarily fine 24k gold leaf filigree borders and details. Red lacquer interior.Dimensions: Approximately 5.5" L x 4.25" W

Item 2: Fedoskino Architectural Miniature Box (1999)Art Center: Fedoskino (Федоскино) — The historic birthplace of Russian lacquer art.Artist: E. Kurgacheva (Е. Кургачева) — Fully signed and dated on the underside.Year of Production: 1999Subject/Theme: "Pokrovsky Nunnery" (Покровский монастырь / Intercession Convent) in Suzdal, Russia. Features a beautiful, atmospheric landscape showcasing the multi-domed historic white stone monastery under a luminous sky.Medium: Fine multi-layered oil paints over papier-mâché with a signature glossy protective finish. Dark green/black exterior finish.Dimensions: Approximately 3.25" L x 2.5" WProvenance: Includes a vintage handwritten descriptive paper note tracking the artist, location, and translation.