Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage Russian lacquer miniature trinket box from the celebrated artisan village of Kholuy. This highly collectible piece features an exceptionally detailed, hand-painted depiction of the legendary Russian epic bogatyr (hero) Ilya Muromets confronting the mythical Nightingale the Robber />
The scene is beautifully rendered in the traditional Kholuy style, featuring dynamic movement, vivid tempera colors, and exquisite, finely brushed gold filigree ornamentation framing the border and accentuating the central artwork.
Authentic Markings
(Inscribed in Gold Script on the Bottom Edge of the Lid):
Left: "..Илья Муромец.."(Title: Ilya Muromets)
Center: "п. Холуй"
(Origin: Village of Kholuy)
Right: "исп. Кузнецов Е." (Artist: Executed by E. Kuznetsov)
Condition:Excellent vintage condition. The miniature artwork remains incredibly sharp and vivid. The high-gloss finish is clean, the interior red lacquer is bright.
A stunning piece of Russian folk history, perfect for display on a mantle, bookshelf, or as a centerpiece in a lacquerware collection.
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