Vintage "Architecture of Kizhi" Lacquer Box

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This is a traditional hand-painted Russian lacquer box. The box measures 6" x 4" x 2".

These works of art are usually drawn with the aid of a magnifying glass and fine brushes made from the tail of a squirrel. The artists who do this extremely intricate work usually live in one of four small Russian villages - Fedoskino, Palekh, Kholui or Mstera. Each village has its own four year school where students learn the techniques of miniature painting and the unique style of the village. This box hails from Fedoskino.

This item is vintage, and as such may have signs of age. There is crazing along the top of the box and a noticable crack on the side. Please be aware of this if you choose to purchase this product.