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VINTAGE SET OF 2 RUSSIAN HAND-PAINTED LACQUER BOXES (PALEKH & KHOLUI)
Up for sale is a fine lot of two (2) authentic vintage Russian lacquer trinket boxes, featuring intricate hand-painted folk art and fairytale miniatures. Both pieces are executed in traditional papier-mâché with classic gold filigree borders and high-gloss lacquer finish.
--- ITEM DETAILS ---
1. PALEKH STYLE LACQUER BOX (Troika / Russian Winter Scene)
- Style/Origin: Palekh
- Artwork: Features a traditional Russian Troika (three-horse carriage) pulling a sled through the night under a crescent moon, framed with delicate gold scrollwork and floral corner details.
- Markings: Hand-signed along the bottom edge in gold Cyrillic script (artist signature and title).
- Size: Approx. 3" x 2" (Please refer to photos with measuring tape for exact dimensions).
2. KHOLUI STYLE LACQUER BOX ("Alyonushka" / Russian Folklore)
- Style/Origin: Kholui (marked "Холуй")
- Artwork: Titled "Алёнушка" (Alyonushka), depicting a young maiden in traditional Russian attire with a goat in a lush landscape.
- Markings: Inscribed at the bottom: "Холуй" (Kholui), "Алёнушка" (Alyonushka), and artist initials "Л.О."
- Size: Approx. 3.25" x 2.5" (Please refer to photos with measuring tape for exact dimensions).
--- CONDITION ---
- Overall condition is Very Good Vintage Condition with normal, honest signs of age/storage.
- High-gloss finish remains smooth and reflective.
- Fine details in the miniature paintings are clear and vibrant.
- No major cracks or major paint loss observed. Minor micro-scratches on the surface lacquer commensurate with age.
- Hinges/lids open and close smoothly.
Please examine all high-resolution photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the item condition description.
--- SHIPPING & HANDLING ---
- Carefully packed with bubble wrap and protective packaging to ensure safe delivery.
- Ships promptly via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail with tracking.
- Combined shipping available for multiple purchases.
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