$395.00

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School: Fedoskino
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The art of Russian lacquer box miniature painting is a rather unique aspect of decorative art. It is closely linked with national Russian history and traditions. In Russia the first Russian lacquer box appeared to be in early 18th century. The practice of applying detailed painting skills to boxes that were made of papier-mâché started in the late 18th century in the village of Fedoskino.

While looking at this Fedoskino Russian lacquer box you can’t keep admiring its fabulousness and mystique. Silent deep night, the lap of the waves against the sides of a boat, light whispering of leaves, and two enamored young people – isn’t it seductively?

At the very first sight at this Fedoskino Russian lacquer box you’ve got caught into the nets of marvelous, majestic gold color. The Russian lacquer box has used the golden palette to emphasize the splendor of the night. The deep black color, chosen for the background makes the gold shine incredibly.       

This Russian lacquer box of Fedoskino was made with the help of multi-layer oil painting on the primed papier-mache surface with special lining. The artist of Russian lacquer box masterfully used fine brushes and oil paint of warm palette, a filigree design on the lid and sides of the box is painted with paint made of gold leaf. Such multiple layers of painting are one of the striking features of the Fedoskino Russian lacquer boxes. As the box is turned in the light, golden color begins to shimmer incredibly. Traditionally, this Russian lacquer box has a black background on the outside and is covered inside with scarlet lacquer. The lid is hinged from the left of the scene, and the box rests on a flat bottom.

This Russian lacquer box is a lucky find for the Russian-loving Art Collector! Don’t wait too long to get your personal Fedoskino masterpiece!