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Beautiful vintage Russian lacquer trinket box featuring an intricate hand-painted fairy tale scene in the traditional Palekh style. The lid depicts two elegantly dressed female figures surrounded by floral and folkloric motifs against a rich black lacquer background with decorative gold border accents.
Measures 2” in diameter
The interior is finished in a striking deep red lacquer, a hallmark of many traditional Russian papier-mâché boxes. The underside is black lacquer.
This collectible piece is signed and marked “Palekh” along with additional Cyrillic lettering, indicating inspiration from the famous Russian village renowned for its lacquer miniature artistry.
Perfect for collectors of:
* Russian folk art
* Palekh lacquerware
* Fairy tale and folklore collectibles
* Decorative trinket boxes
* Hand-painted miniature art
Condition
Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Light surface wear and minor scuffs consistent with age and use. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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