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Russian Hand-Painted Lacquer Box – Swan Lake Scene

$1,275
£968.61
€1,129.84
CA$1,826.39
A$1,852.81
CHF 1,053.86
MX$22,509.77
NOK 12,394.23
SEK 12,437.19
DKK 8,447.60

About the Item

A finely crafted Russian hand-painted lacquer box, likely depicting a scene from Swan Lake. Rendered in the traditional Palekh style, the composition features graceful dancers, courtiers, and a central swan motif set within an opulent fairytale landscape of palaces, gardens, and flowing waters. The richly detailed painting shimmers with gilt highlights and vibrant jewel tones against a deep blue ground, framed by a delicate patterned border. Handmade from papier-mâché and finished in a high-gloss lacquer, this piece is signed by the artist in Cyrillic along the lower edge. Origin: Russia, Palekh School Materials: Papier-mâché, tempera, lacquer, gilt An exceptional example of Russian lacquer artistry, celebrating the elegance of Swan Lake and Russian cultural tradition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 7.9 in (20.07 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Gold Leaf,Lacquer,Gilt,Hand-Painted,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
    Russia
  • Period:
    Late 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1984
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful estate condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwood, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5080246389642

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