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Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage hand-painted Russian papier-mâché lacquer trinket box from the famous village of Palekh. This piece features the iconic and highly collectible traditional "Troika" scene—a vibrant, dynamic depiction of three horses pulling a winter sleigh with passengers, set against a stunning, finely detailed midnight blue backdrop.The miniature artwork is exceptionally detailed, utilizing traditional egg tempera paints and accented with fine, shimmering gold leaf details. The border features the characteristic intricate Palekh gold scrollwork pattern.
Markings & Authenticity:
Left Side: Clearly marked in gold script with "Палех" (Palekh), verifying its village origin.
Center: Titled "Тройка" (Troika).
Right Side: Signed by the artist with the initials "М.К." alongside the production year marker.
Condition:Good vintage condition with beautiful color preservation. The hand-painted central miniature is bright, crisp, and intact. As a genuine vintage piece, the black lacquer exterior shows light, authentic surface wear and minor superficial faint scratches consistent with age and careful handling (please review all photos closely as they form part of the description). The interior is clean, and the lid hinges seamlessly.
Dimensions:
2.75" x 2.75"
