$365.00

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School: Fedoskino
Artist: Marina Xisatseva
Size (inches): 5x3.25x1.25

This beautiful Fedoskino lacquer box, beaming with the vibrancy of colors and the joyfulness of the scene, is a rare masterpiece in the rich collection of Russian Treasure.

The Fedoskino lacquer box features a traditional motive of riding the troika (three horses harnessed in one team). The ride appeared a rather fast one, and was extremely popular among young Russian guys and girls. Therefore this affinity for speed found its expression in many Fedoskino lacquer miniatures.

The story painted on this Fedoskino lacquer box is simple yet wins the viewer’s heart by its naivety and the jollity of adolescence. Soft watercolors, used by the artist to draw the landscape of this Fedoskino lacquer box, vividly describe the fine warm spring or summer weather, associated with the youth. The lawn green of the juicy grass, the azure of the sky with some lavender blush contrasted against the luxurious cobalt blue of the river leave an indelible impression.

The two young girls, who playfully cover the eyes of the boy sitting in the cart, represent the blossoming nature in spring, while a lady wearing a yellow kerchief, painted in the background of this Fedoskino lacquer box, looks at them with understanding and leniency.

Creating the Fedoskino lacquer box, the artist has paid much attention to portraying the graceful horses, with the milk white one in the middle, and the chestnut ones – on the sides. Their postures show that they have just been stopped before the water and are still breathing fast and willing to break into a run.

The sides and the edges of this Fedoskino lacquer box are decorated with the golden leaf ornament, and its unconventional shape adds more charm to the overall composition. Consider this Fedoskino lacquer box as a memorable gift for birthday, St. Valentine’s, or any other special occasion.